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TV FAB: Pharrell Williams GETS "Happy" On GMA, Performs "Marilyn Monroe" + Jada Pinkett Smith & Willow Sunday "Ride"

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Pharrell Williams performed tracks from G.I.R.L. and revealed what makes him "Happy" on GMA.  See the performance inside along with a new photo of Jada and Willow Smith.

Pharrell Williams, who performed on "SNL" over the weekend, brought the party to Times Square this morning on GMA.  In addition to "Happy", he performed "Mailyn Monroe" and answered viewer questions.  When one fan asked what makes him "feel like he's in a room without a roof" he replied, "My wife."  Cute!

Watch "Marilyn Monroe"


 

Pharrell on what makes him happy...

 

Over the weekend.....

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On Sunday afternoon, Jada Pinkett Smith and daughter Willow put on their most stylish helmets and went on a Mommy/Daughter ride along.  Jada captioned "Taking my favorite 13 year old for a ride on this beautiful day:) Happy Sunday everybody!" 

Nice.....

 

Photos via Jada's Facebook/ABC News


ENGAGED?!: A$AP Rocky PROPOSED To Model Girlfriend Chanel Iman...ALLEGEDLY!

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Are wedding bells set to ring for model Chanel Iman and rapper A$AP Rocky? Find out more inside…

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Love is in the air. Victoria's Secret model Chanel Iman and her rapper boyfriend A$AP Rocky have reportedly gotten engaged.  According to Page Six sources, A$AP secretly asked Chanel to join him in matrimony and she gladly accepted. 

We've been following the duo for a few months.  We've seen Chanel and A$AP boo-loving at NYC Fashion Week, getting cutesy on a date at the screening of the Mandela movie and cuddled up backstage while he performed on Rihanna’s Diamonds Tour. Guess they're ready to take it to the next level...and we're not mad!

Congrats to the couple!

 

Photos via Chanel's IG/A$AP's IG

DO WE LOVE IT: Lil Boosie's "Show Da World" Featuring Webbie (VIDEO)

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Lil Boosie teamed up with Webbie for his first official video since his release from prison.  Watch "Show Da World" inside...

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Are you ready for Lil Boosie's comeback single and video? Well...it's not what you might expect. Though he teams up with Webbie (the pair have done several tracks together "Betrayed", "I Represent") it's not a "twerk" fest. “Show Da World” (his first since his release) is a slow-paced tune, featuring the vocals of Kiara, that thanks Lil Boosie's fans for their support.

The black-and-white video was directed by G. Visuals and has cameos from DJ Drama, Slim Thug, Bobby V and Paul Wall.  In other news, Boosie is also working on a new album and plans for a tour.

Watch "Show Da World":

 

 

 

 

 

DO WE LOVE IT?

 

 

Photos via Lil Boosie Instagram

Jill Scott FLAUNTS Her AMAZING New Bod & Mystery Man At The 2014 UNCF ‘Evening With The Stars’ Event With Monica, Trey Songz & More

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It was a night of stars! YBF celebs hit the carpet last night for UNCF’s 2014 ‘Evening With The Stars’ event in Atlanta. We’ve got pics from the event inside…

Some of our fave YBF celebs including Jill Scott, Monica, Trey Songz, Sevyn Streeter, the Braxton Sisters, Ron Isley, Mack Wilds and more hit the carpet at the UNCF Evening With The Stars event at the Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center last night.

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The star of the night was Jill Scott as she hit the red carpet displaying her trimmed physique alongside a mystery man. Jill (with her bandaged foot) has clearly been working hard in the gym and it has definitely paid off. She was the showstopper last night in a black hip hugging floor length dress, which showcased her new curves. Although Jill was working with one good foot, she still looked fabulous.

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Jilly from Philly was the first to hit the stage, opening the show with a performance that had the entire theater rockin’.

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Hot!

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Funnyman Anthony Anderson bought his comedic commentary to the UNCF event last night and he was hilariously funny as he hosted the event. We hear Anthony had the entire audience in stitches and had a plethora of jokes about how Trey Songz’s mother “could get it.” Ha!

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Seems Trey Songz and August Alsina put their differences aside last night as Trigga hit the carpet with his lovely mother April. Trey didn’t perform but he did hop on stage after Anthony Anderson kept making jokes about his mama. Ha!

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Monica was her usual glam self.  "Miss Thang" (pictured above with Mr. Isley and his wife Kandy) came out with Mr. Biggs to perform “For The Love Of You” and the audience went wild. Seems Mr. Isley still has it.

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Monica and newcomer August Alsina chilled back stage after his performance. Monica posted, “Me & My Lil Bro @augustalsina he KILLED it tonight #UNCF @Bet next Sunday at 10pm This is my #WatchThemLilGalsFace they went crazy when he hit the stage but his humility never wavered!! #Salute”

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The Braxton Sisters looked absolutely gorge on the red carpet. Towanda was wearing a cute floral House of Chapele dress alongside her sister Trina who was joined by her “husband” Gabe Solis on the carpet.
 

Tamar, Trina and Towanda presented one of the scholarships to one of the recipients during the show.
 

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Singer Sevyn Streeter (who was recently spotted giving out lap dances to Mack Wilds) looked cute in a white bandeau top and white flared slacks as she posed alongside Monica backstage.

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Sevyn snapped a pic with host Anthony Anderson and her mother, all dressed in white.

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Sevyn, record exec Kevin Liles, gospel singer Tye Tribbet and Trey Songz stopped backstage for a pic.

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We see you Sevyn and Mack...

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Fonzworth Bentley came out for the UNCF festivities.

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And singer Kenny Lattimore was there to support the UNCF.

TheYBF.com was on the scene last night at the ‘Evening With The Stars’ UNCF event and our ATL correspondent Ms. Dia caught up with DJ Drama as he talked about the importance of an education and how education has impacted his career.

Check it:

The show premieres Sunday, April 13th at 10pm on BET.

Fab times!

Photos: Kandy Isley’s IG/Monica’s IG/Jill Scott’s Twitter/@tashareikobrown/@blackoutmgnt/@treysongzgermany/@bowtyetrib/@itsrobinlori
 

WHERE’S TRINA?! French Montana & Khloe Kardashian HUGGED UP As They Walk Into A Strip Club

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French Montana and newly single Khloe Kardashian have been getting quite close lately. Check the video of the two hugged up as they enter a strip club over the weekend inside…

After hitting up Diddy’s son Christian Combs’“swervin” 16th birthday party at 1OAK in West Hollywood, rapper French Montana and Lamar Odom's soon-to-be ex-wife Khloe Kardashian hit up the strip club for the afterparty.

French and Khloe were spotted exceptionally close as they made their way inside strip club Pink Rhino in Phoenix, AZ over the weekend. TMZ spies caught the two and their entourages guzzling down 10 bottles of alcohol and dropped $7,000+ in ones for the strippers.

Sources say the couple was really into each other, as they remained “close” the entire night, snapping photos with fans but NEVER together. The two were supposedly house hunting earlier for French, where they looked at a 4,800 sq. ft. Hollywood Hills mansion, which would run French about $29,000 a month.

Guess Khloe has moved on from her failed marriage with Lamar Odom. Can’t say we blame her.   But um......where's Trina?

Check out video footage of Khloe & French trekking inside the strip club below:

 

 

Meanwhile…..

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French Montana’s rumored girlfriendTrina has posted cryptic Instagram quotes about walking away......

Possible splitsville for French & Trina? Time will tell...

 

Photos: PCN/Trina’s IG

SPEAKING OUT On ALLEGED ABUSE? Tiffney Cambridge POSTS Cryptic Instagram Message, "God Knows What Happened"

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Tiffney Cambridge is speaking out about the abuse allegations directed at The Game...at least we THINK she's speaking out.  See her cryptic Instagram post inside.....

Over the weekend we told you about the LAPD launching an investigation into  an alleged domestic dispute between Tiffney Cambridge and rap star The Game. Although Jayceon has denied laying a hand on Tiffney, she posted this on Instagram....

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She tagged the post with the caption, "All I needed to see... Thank u Jesus. Thank u to my family, friends, & supporters..Nothing more to be said or explained".  Alrighty then......

We believe this post was about her situation with Jayceon but we won't truly know until the third season of "Marrying The Game" airs.  Hmm.....are they taking a page from T.I. & Tiny's book to get attention? 

 

 

Photos via TIffney Cambridge Instagram 

 

 

Lauryn Hill Performs “Lost Ones” At “Rock! Like A Girl” Concert Series + LisaRaye Supports ASPS Cancer At Charity Event In Honor Of Her Makeup Artist

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Over the weekend Lauryn Hill hit the stage at Beverly Bond’s “Rock! Like A Girl” concert series while LisaRaye hosted a charity event for cancer. Read the deets and check the pics when you go inside…

After clearing up more tax rumors, former Fugees singer Lauryn Hill served as the headliner for “Rock! Like A Girl” concert series on Saturday in Washington, D.C. at The Kennedy Center.

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“Black Girls Rock!” creator Beverly Bonds (above) created “Rock! Like A Girl,” a concert and conversation series gathering some of entertainment’s biggest female names. Legendary raptress MC Lyte hosted the event along with local and national artists who performed in the honor of women everywhere.
 

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Before Lauryn took the stage, Hip Hop violinist Miri Ben Ari performed a medley that included “Dim the Lights.” Soon after, L. Boogie hit the stage performing remixes of her hits including “Lost Ones.” 

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Ms. Hill and MC Lyte talked backstage.  Lyte captioned, “Backstage at one of the most historic events for Women and music. Been a minute since I've seen my sister Lauryn Hill but it's always like a day has never passed. L Boogie blew the stage off the hinges!!! Amazing event @djbeverlybond #onemic #rocklikeagirl #herstory big ups to ALL the women who rocked the house tonight. Let's push our mission forth!!!”

Check out L. Boogie's "Lost Ones" performance below:

Watch "Fu-Gee-La"

Nice!

 

And on the other side of the country...

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LisaRaye, in her all white, got on her hosting duties at the Kiss ASPS Cancer Goodybe charity event held at Nakeah's Cosmetics and Beauty Lounge in L.A.

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The “Single Ladies” star greeted guests in honor of her makeup artist, Jemisha, who passed away a few years ago from a rare form of cancer called ASPS. Attendees were pampered with makeup application, brow sculpting, eyelash extensions and manicures as they raised money for ASPS awareness. Fab!

BONUS:

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As the Miami Heat defeated the NY Knicks in Miami on yesterday, real basketball wives LaLa Anthony, Gabrielle Union and Adrienne Bosh got together to watch the game.

LaLa repped for her man in Miami as she got in some girl time with Gabby & Adrienne sharing, “Game fun in Miami with @mrsadriennebosh @gabunion @telltell_heart @misslimah @aprilbellephotos gotta cheer for my Knicks!”

Cute.

The Randomness:

1.  Kanye West says Yeezi sneaker will hit stores in June.  Story.

 

Photos/Video: Terrence Jennings/MC Lyte’s IG/LaLa’s IG/FabEmpire

Beyonce COVERS ‘OUT’ Magazine, Talks "Double Standards When It Comes To Sexuality" + Karrueche Remakes “Loyal” With Christina Milian & Teyana Taylor

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Beyonce talks sex as she graces the cover of OUT magazine, while Karrueche, Christina Milian and Teyana Taylor remake Chris Brown’s“Loyal” video inside…

Beyonce is simply stunning on the cover of gay & lesbian OUT Magazine's May Power issue. In the interview, Bey gave her opinion on how it is a double standard in America when it comes to women expressing themselves as sexual beings.

"There is a double standard when it comes to sexuality that still persists. Men are free and women are not. That is crazy."

Beyonce is a perfect example of being a woman who wants to explore her sexual side after the release of her visual album, which wasn’t a traditional Bey album. King Bey sang songs that were a lot more sexual in nature, which many people had their own opinions about, but Bey says it doesn’t matter who you are, it’s ok to be sexual.

“You can be a businesswoman, a mother, an artist, and a feminist - whatever you want to be - and still be a sexual being. It's not mutually exclusive.”

 

You can catch the full spread in Out magazine later this month.

And in Karrueche news...

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Kae with her bestie Christina Milian and her seemingly new bestie Teyana Taylor linked up recently to re-create Chris Brown's club banger “Loyal” video.

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As you may recall, Teyana and Breezy were rumored to be in a relationship but she confirmed they are JUST friends…with no benefits. So she’s now on a #freebreezy campaign saying, “So this is what happenED. Lmfaoooooooooo #FreeBreezy @christinamilian @karrueche @ejking21 @whatsanyamind @jryanjl Free My Mutha F*CKin Bro tho!!! #LOYAL”

Oh T...

Check out the clips of Kae, Christina & Teyana remaking Breezy’s “Loyal” below:

Photo/Videos: Teyana Taylor's IG


Nas Takes Over "The Tonight Show" + Future & Kanye West Say "I Won"

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Future and Kanye West want y'all to know that they "won"...since they've got what they deem as trophy chicks. Check out their salute to their women on "I Won" inside, plus Nas taking over "The Tonight Show" with Q-Tip inside...

Kanye is back to convincing the world why his fiancée Kim K. is a trophy that he won.  Why?  Because he says he's the one who "won out" over the professional ballers.  'Ye raps on Future's new "I Won" track:

“I made it over NBA, NFL players, so everytime I score it’s like the Super Bowl."

And he continues with how he piped her out on the "Bound 2" soft porn video and why all her sisters are trophies too:

"On that ‘Bound’ bike, I gave you only pipe / If people don’t hate, then it won’t be right / You can look at Kylie, Kendall, Kourtney, and Khloe / All your mama ever made was trophies, right.”

Future boasts a bit about his fiancée Ciara as well.  The two have already shot the beach-themed video with Hype Williams.  Check out the track below which appears on Future's upcoming Honest album, due out April 22nd:

 

 

In other rap news, Nas made his way to Jimmy Fallon's stage to perform on "The Tonight Show".  And Mr. Jones, who is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Illmatic, rocked out with Q-Tip for "The World Is Yours" and "One Love":

Check it.

 

 

DOMESTIC DRAMA: Eva Marcille Reportedly Filed For A Restraining Order On Baby's Daddy Kevin McCall! + Ying Yang Twin Free From Jail After Allegedly Beating Wife

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They may paint the picture of a perfect little family, but apparently, all ain't peachy keen in Eva Marcille and Kevin McCall's household.  Eva reportedly filed for a restraining order against her baby's father after he allegedly became physically violent! 

 

Deets inside, plus the Ying Yang Twin who just got out of jail for allegedly beating his wife!

 

Who knew Kevin McCall & Eva Marcille, who share 2 month old Marley Rae, had some serious drama going on behind closed doors?!

Reports allege that just days before the former "Top Model" chick posted the above photo saying "#FamilyFirst", she accused her boyfriend Kevin of going ballistic and kicking down doors and attempting to snatch their baby from her arms.

TMZ reports:

"America's Next Top Model" star Eva Marcille can't make her mind up -- days after she accused her baby daddy of violently kicking down several doors in their home and trying to snatch their child from her arms ... she posed in a smiley photo with him.

Eva obtained a restraining order against rapper BF Kevin McCall on March 28th, claiming he went ballistic during an argument and chased her around their home, trying to take their 2-month-old daughter.

Eva claims Kevin kicked down 4 doors during his rampage and even threatened to punch her.

Looks like she had a change of heart based on the pic she posted above.  We reached out to Eva's rep for clarification, but we were told, "We do not comment on the personal lives of our clients."

Oh.  Eva seems to be back to her party life as if all is well.  She spent the evening with celeb pals Lauren London and Teyana Taylor last night:

 

 

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We told you previously about Deongelo Holmes (on left) of the Ying Yang Twins going to jail after allegedly knocking his wife, Porsche, in the head.  And now, he's been freed after speeding only 24 hours in lock up.

He reportedly filed a No Contest plea deal in a Georgia court.  And that deal required one day served in jail in exchange for a year long probation.  He also has to do community service, attend a family violence program and cannot drink alcohol or engage in further violent activity with his wife.

We shall see...

Photos: Getty/Eva's IG

THEY'RE BACK: “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta” Season 3 Premieres May 5th, New Cast Member Confirmed!

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All of the drama and craziness that makes for an interesting “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta” episode will be returning to our TVs with the season 3 premiere airing May 5th! Find out the deets for the new season and who we're told has been confirmed to join the cast when you go inside…

After “LAHH NY” wrapped up it’s season, it’s now time for us to head back down south for drama with the “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta” cast.  If you're still into their ridiculous shenanigans.

Stevie J, Joseline Hernandez, Mimi Faust, Lil Scrappy, Erica Dixon, Benzino, Karlie Redd, Rasheeda and Kirk Frost are all expected to return to VH1 on Monday, May 5th for the 3rd season of the hit reality TV show. There’s also a reported new cast member, rapper Young Joc, who confirmed on “106 & Park” that he would be joining the show as Karlie Redd's new boy toy.

Guess we will see how Karlie Redd and Benzino’s “relationship” plays out with the addition of her new boo and Zino’s new girl Althea “Thi Thi” Heart. Thi Thi has been nursing Benzino back to health after his nephew shot him recently.

Erica Dixon and Lil Scrappy were engaged the last time we saw them, but they have since parted ways and started relationships with other people. Scrappy hooked up with "Basketball Wives Miami" tried-to-be-a-castmember Bambi and Erica got into a relationship with model O’Shea Russell. According to reports, they are both single now, so it’s possible we could see another reconciliation. They both celebrated their daughter Emani’s 9th birthday together recently, although it ended with Emani in tears and Scrappy accusing a spa for being racist.

Stevie J and Joseline Hernandez allegedly jumped the broom this past summer so we may see the couple walking down the aisle...or something...this season. Stevie’s baby mother Mimi Faust was last seen in a relationship with up-and-coming rapper Nikko. Rumors started to circulate that Nikko was on the down low and that he tried to holla at K. Michelle, so it will be interesting to see how their relationship will play out.
 

The big question surrounding Rasheeda and her husband Kirk Frost is…will these two remain married? Judging from the pics at their baby shower for their son Karter Frost, it seems as if the two may have worked things out. We shall see.

And let’s not forget that rapper Waka Flocka Flame might be making a few appearances on “LAHH ATL” with his fiancée Tammy Rivera. And former Dirty Money singer Kalenna Harper along with her husband Tony will be joining the cast as well, as previously reported. 

Let the drama, cat fights and foolywang begin!  It's not always our cup of tea, but we know plenty of other folks love to sip.

“LAHH ATL” premieres on VH1 Monday, May 5th at 9pm/EST.


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STANDING FOR PORSHA: The "Real Housewives Of Atlanta"...Sans Kenya...Reportedly Threatening To Quit If Porsha's Fired!

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Porsha Williams has got the "Housewives" on her side...because everyone...except Kenya...is reportedly threatening to quit if Porsha gets fired over her reunion fight with Ms. Moore.

 

Deets inside...

 

 

That huge reunion fight where Porsha allegedly dragged Kenya for filth--both literally and figuratively--seems to be biting the "Flatline" singer in the ass.  Because Bravo may use that as ammunition to fire her from the show. 

Porsha was already on the chopping block after a fizzled divorce storyline, but breaking the rules and laying hands on a cast member....that's means to shut your ish down.

But, co-stars Kandi (Burruss) Tucker, Cynthia Bailey, NeNe Leakes and Phaedra Parks supposedly aren't having it.  TMZ says:

Sources close to the show tell us the women hatched their plan this weekend at Kandi Burruss' wedding ... telling the show's producers how much they despise Moore because of all the drama she stirs up.

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We're told since the brawl, ALL housewives' contracts for next season have been put on hold -- until show honchos figure out what to do with Porsha.

But sources tell us the women have made it clear ... they'll walk if Porsha gets fired ... and we're told NeNe Leakes and Phaedra Parks are making a play to get Kenya fired instead.

These chicks better be careful, Bravo isn't a stranger to calling a bluff and firing EVERYBODY.  And we all know many of them NEED this show.
 

As for how Kenya feels about the crew seemingly ganging up on her, we reached out to her for comment, but have not heard back yet.

So....your thoughts? Who should go--Kenya or Porsha?

 

 

WORKING MOM: Tia Mowry Hardrict Gets FIT & FAB For Women’s Running Magazine

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Tia Mowry Hardrict looks fabulously fit on the latest issue for Women’s Running magazine. Check out Tia’s spread, plus cute pics of her and Tamera’s kiddies inside…

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With a second season of her Nick At Nite television sitcom “Instant Mom” on the way and gracing the cover of EBONY magazine with her twin sister Tamera, Tia Mowry Hardrict…to say the least…has been quite busy.

Cree’s mommy graces the May issue of Women’s Running magazine where she talks about feeling like a kid again once she adopted her high-energy diet. After a health scare, Tia decided to ditch the fried foods and started incorporating healthier foods to become the fit, fab and vegan mother we love.
 

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The fab mother-of-one recently shared an “us”ie of herself and her son Cree along with her twin Tamera and her son Aden all showing off their natural curls captioning, “This is what happens when 4 people try to fit in a selfie!! This pic is titled, "curly-cues"! #naturalhair”

Adorbs!

And then the working mom took us back with a little nostalgia, sharing a pic after she enjoyed lunch with Marques Houston (who played ‘Roger’ on “Sister Sister”):

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Had a great lunch with this man today! @marqueshouston1!! Good times! Xx

Were we the only ones screaming “GO HOME ROGER” after seeing this pic? Ha!

In the EBONY interview (check out our updated post), Tia talked about how after their sitcom “Sister Sister” ended, no one was really checking for them.  So they decided to take control of their future. Seems Tia has it all figured out now!

Photos: Women’s Running Magazine/Tia’s IG

TV FAB: Kandi & Todd's Wedding Spinoff Show Details + "Single Ladies" REVIVED At Centric + “Sisterhood of Hip Hop" &“Fix My Choir” Coming To OXYGEN Network

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The Oxygen & Bravo Networks have announced their new line-up of shows.  On deck: Plenty of new shows including a look inside Kandi Burruss' recent wedding, “Sisters of Hip Hop,” featuring raptress Diamond AND “Fix My Choir,” with former Destiny’s Child member Michelle Williams. Read the deets on the new line-ups inside…

As summer approaches, all of our favorite winter shows will come to an end.  But Oxygen and Bravo are giving us something to look forward to.

The first show will give us a look inside “Real House of Atlanta” star Kandi Burruss’ wedding to former "RHOA" exec Todd Tucker. Kandi and Todd tied the knot in Atlanta last weekend and their new show (which doesn’t have an official title yet) will show us the happenings leading up to their nuptials and the actual ceremony.

Kandi and Todd will executive produce the show as they plan a “Coming to America" themed wedding ceremony, signifying the couple's initial introduction in Africa. Aww…how sweet.

We’re interested to see if Mama Joyce will be making any cameos on the show after her recent shade throwing antics.

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In an effort to target modern, young women, the Oxygen network has announced several new shows..two of which we plan on watching later this year.

“Sisterhood of Hip Hop,” executive produced by rapper T.I., will follow female hip-hop artists including former Crime Mob member Diamond, Siya (who recently shot a video for her track “D.Y.K.E.” with singer Tank), NY raptress Nyemiah Supreme, Florida raptress Brianna Perry and Pharrell’s female artist Bia as they defy the odds as they make their way up the Hip Hop charts.

The show will follow the ladies as they maneuver in a male-dominated industry proving they can hold their own against the best of the best. The female MCs come to a crossroad when they have to collaborate with one another to make their dreams a reality.

Will they be able to come together for the sake of their music careers? We think we already know the answer, but we shall see…

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And the last show will feature former Destiny’s Child member Michelle Williams along with “Preachers of L.A.” star Deitrick Haddon (shown above with gospel singer Tye Tribbit) for “Fix My Choir”.  Get those church hats and fans ready!

The show will follow the duo as they surprise a community, gospel or school choir each week to help them find perfect harmony within their group. Michelle and Deitrick will help each group tackle the issues most choirs endure including leadership, inter-personal conflicts, artistic direction and presentation.

Michelle seems very excited about her new project posting on Facebook,

“Good Morning!! So umm Deitrick Haddon, Tye Tribbett and myself just did something fun a few minutes!!

We just unveiled a new TV show on the Oxygen Network called "Fix My Choir" that we will start filming soon!! Do you have a choir that needs to be fixed? Lol!!!”

Nice. Will you be tuned in?

 

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Good news for all the “Single Ladies” fans out there! After it was reported VH1’s scripted series “Single Ladies” was getting the axed from the network after three seasons, the show has found a new home on BET Networks' Centric TV.

Queen Latifah's Flavor Unit Entertainment company has partnered up with Centric TV to bring an all-new fourth season of the romantic comedy series. No word on if the new season will bring back stars LisaRaye, Charity Shea and Denise Vasi, but here's to hoping they do. Flavor Unit will also be creating/producing new shows for the network as well.

 

The Randomness:

1. Rapper 2 Chainz has pleaded NOT guilty in felony drug possession. STORY

 

Photos: S2S/Diamond’s IG/Michelle Williams FB

 

SPEAK ON IT: Monica Describes Going Into MOMMY-MODE After Teacher SNATCHED Up Her Son Rocko

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Fab mother-of-three Monica described how she went into full “mommy-mode” after a teacher wrongfully disciplined her son Rocko. Find out how Monica handled the situation and speak on whether you agree or disagree with how she handled it inside…

 

 

Being a good mother is an essential part in raising well-mannered, productive citizens, many would agree.  And from what we can see, singer Monica is doing a fantastic job in doing just that.

Recently, the real basketball wife served as a panel guest for the Box Tops for Education Town Hall event, which took place last week at the Georgia Aquarium (the same place Monica & LaLa took their kiddies recently for some fun).

During the talk, Monica spoke candidly about an incident that occurred with her 8-year-old son Rocko and his foreign language teacher. Apparently, Rocko’s teacher snatched up Rocko by his collar after she felt he wasn’t sitting in the proper learning position. Rocko told his mother what the teacher did to him during class and she described how she reacted to the situation:

“If you tell him to do something and he has not done it then that’s a different thing. Then the children in the classroom begin to share these stories of her pinching, pushing, squeezing hands until you get answers correct. She don’t belong ‘round mine.

If you’re properly involved you can assess these situations and properly handle them because I took a minute…I did not leave my home immediately because I knew that my immediate reaction was one I did not want my children to see, so I had to check me first. And that takes a lot. The new me is a better me. The old me, I don’t know if I could have checked her before she left. I was able to have a conversation with the principal, with her daughter [who is also their language teacher] and have a conversation that said we should talk with these children and her [foreign language teacher] and assess the situation. And that’s sometimes what you may have to do but that’s only when you’re properly involved. Most parents jump in only when they think something is wrong. I was able to make a good decision and handle it properly because I’m always involved.”
 

Check out Monica explaining the incident below on a panel alongside T.J. Holmes and more:

Discipline in schools is a constant hot topic. After hearing how Monica handled the situation with Rocko’s teacher, do you agree?  How would you have handled the situation after hearing a teacher put their hands on YOUR child?

 

SPEAK ON IT!

The Ranodmness:

1.  Al Sharpton has responded to Mob rat accusations by the NY Post.  He said he HAD to cooperate with the Feds decades ago...because his life was being threatened!  STORY


Producer To Porsha Williams -- You STOLE My Song...And You Sounded Like Crap!

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A producer is accusing "RHOA" star Porsha Williams of stealing his song.  And there was no shortage of shade thrown when it comes to how she sounded ON the song.

 

Deets inside....

On this past Sunday's episode of "Real Housewives of Atlanta," we heard Porsha attempting to record a song called "Perfectly Worthless."  And if you weren't feeling that voice of hers, just know that the producer of the track, Pierre Medor, wasn't either. 

In fact, he's claiming he wrote and produced the song in its entirety for Porsha on a trial basis...but decided to pass it to someone else because she did it NO justice.   And he's alleging that Porsha STOLE the song for television.

Pierre's rep tells TheYBF.com:

In the business more than one artist will record the same song hoping for the right outcome, as was the case with Perfectly Worthless. Porsha Stewart wanted a song, Pierre Medor wrote and produced this song in its entirety. Not having any previous point of reference for Porsha, we initially recorded the song for the purpose of determining her vocal abilities and how they would fit with this particular song; it was quickly determined that this song wasn’t the best match for her, so we chose not to sell her the song and notified her management of our decision.

We're told the recent airing of 'Perfectly Worthless' indeed "came as a complete surprise" to the producer.  And Pierre has already started the appropriate legal procedures.  The rep continued with the not so subtle shade:

"Perfectly Worthless" is a great song and she loves it…we get that. But just like every body doesn’t look good in spandex, every voice doesn’t fit every song. It’s just unfortunate that Porsha has chosen to create another delusional marriage with this song by airing it and claiming to have taken part in its creation.

Well...

As for who Pierre sold the song to....none other than "R&B Divas" star Syleena Johnson.  And to throw even more dirt on the pile of shade, Pierre's rep said about Syleena's version, "This is what the song Perfectly Worthless should sound like!"

Bloop.  Check out Syleena's version of "Perfectly Worthless" below, which is scheduled to appear on her forthcoming album...

*UPDATE* Producer Pierre admits to appearing n this past Sunday's episode while Porsha rehearsed the song in the studio.  But we're told he agreed to Bravo's filming before he told Porsha she could not have the song.  But the footage was edited and aired anyway.

 

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FRESH FACE: Model & HOT Computer Programmer Lyndsey Scott Rocks ASOS Magazine

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There’s a stigma that models aren’t that bright,,,but Lyndsey Scott proves models can be beautiful AND smart. Like, super smart.  Catch the details and meet this fresh-faced beauty as she graces the brand new cover of ASOS magazine inside…

Beauty PLUS Brains! Victoria Secret model and computer programmer Lyndsey Scott graces the cover of trendy clothing website ASOS’ 2014 May issue, where she dishes on balancing being a professional model and a computer programmer.

Proved to be a beauty and a “geek,” Lyndsey created a new cell phone app called iPort, for models as they travel to several go-sees. The app allows the model to be organized with all of her (or his) cards, vouchers and portfolios.

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For the ASOS spread, shot by Ben Sulivan, Lyndsey posed in an array of pastel colors with subtle prints and adorable skirts.

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The fresh-faced model is no newbie in the fashion industry game, hitting runaways for designers such as Prada and Louis Vuitton.
 

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Lyndsey dished to ASOS on the difference between being a model and a coder:

"I have trouble endorsing modelling as a career… I love it so much but you basically have to be a genetic freak in order to do it and most people aren’t. Some of the most beautiful girls I’ve ever seen in my life don’t get lucky. It’s the sort of career where you have absolutely no control, whereas you have complete control with programming, which I really appreciate it."

 

She also talked about how she feels when someone refers to her as a geek or nerd:

"I’m fine with being called a geek or a nerd if that means I’m smart," she begins, "but there is a negative connotation to that sort of word and there’s an assumption about who you are as a person if you like technology. Perhaps if there wasn’t, we’d get more women interested."

And about working with IT Girl Lupita Nyong'o:

"I did a play with Lupita Nyong’o at college. She’s so great, it’s kind of funny seeing her in all these magazines! She’s such a nice girl and really cool."

 

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Nice!

Check out the cute video of Lyndsey explaining her iPort app below:

We love her!

Photos: ASOS

 

ANOTHER HAIR COLLECTION: Toya Wright, Karrueche, Quincy & More Celebrate Sheneka Adams' Hair Line

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Looks like we'll NEVER run low on weave supply, because every other day a new hair line pops up.  Check out Toya Wright, Karrueche and more celebrating with their friend Sheneka Adams inside....

 

Last night in L.A., ATL took over STK Hollywood as model/video vixen Sheneka Adams launched her S.Adams Collection of "100% virgin hair".  Her friends from back home in Atlanta were all there to celebrate:

 

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Toya Wright and Karrueche stopped by to celebrate with their girl, who rocked a pink girly dress by Nasty Gal for the PYNK magazine sponsored event.

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Quincy Brown was there looking cute.

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And her and Kae's bestie JRyan Lacour was there to party too.  So if you want a cute bob like Sheneka herself, but don't want to cut your real hair, Sheneka says S.Adams Hair ships worldwide.

 

Photos by Marquis Wooten / Sheneka's IG

“Blood, Sweat & Heels” &“Fashion Queens” RETURN For NEW Seasons + 50 Cent’s “Power” Series Debut & Deets On His Headphones Lawsuit

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Bravo TV has announced the return of two reality TV shows “Blood, Sweat and Heels for a second season and “Fashion Queens” return for their third season. Plus, 50 Cent’s new STARZ series as an official debut date and we have deets on his headphones lawsuit when you go inside…

The first season of “Blood, Sweat and Heels” followed author Demetria Lucas,"video vixen" turned realtor Melyssa Ford, real estate partner Brie Bythewood, modeling agency owner Mica Hughes, affordable-style expert Daisy Lewellyn, and style and pop culture journalist Geneva S. Thomas as they conquered being successful in New York City. Bravo has renewed the show for a brand new second season.

Not sure which of the ladies will be returning officially, but Demetria Lucas announced she’s not too sure if she'll be on the roster for the 2nd season (whether it's her choice or theirs). In a Facebook status she said, “#bloodsweatheels renewed for a new season. Announcement came this AM. No clue if I'll return. Congrats to my girls (I hope.) @themelyssaford + @genevasthomas + @briebythewood #300liketheromans”

Demetria has publicly written about the public bashing she’s had to endure since appearing on the show.  Either way, we’ll be watching ....
 

And another show on Bravo just got the green light….

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"Fashion Queens" is back for it’s third season featuring two of Atlanta’s socialites, celebrity hairstylists Derek J and Miss Lawrence, and New York’s fashion socialite Bevy Smith. The three will bring back their colorful commentary on any and everything related to fashion for their third season.

BONUS:

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After therelease of the official trailer, 50 Cent’s highly anticipated STARZ crime-drama series will debut on Saturday, June 7th at 9pm/EST which will also accompany the release of 50 Cent’s new music video for “Big Rich Town.” 50’s new track will serve as the show’s main title theme and it was created specifically for the show.
 

Speaking of 50…he has been ordered to pay $16 million in a dispute against a manufactoring company that was suppose to manufacture 50’s new headphones.

According to the Miami Herald, 50 was found guilty of stealing design secrets from Bradenton manufacturer Sleek Audio to make his own headphone line, Street by 50 and Synch by 50. He owes $11.6 million in damages for misappropriation of trade secrets plus an additional $4.4 million in legal fees and expenses. The amount was kept a secret in unsealed court documents until now.

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Nicki Minaj CLAPS BACK At Malcom X’s Daughter On “Chi-Raq” Track ft. Lil Herb + Nicki’s Mom Carol Maraj Releases FULL “God’s Been Good” Track

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After all the controversy surrounding Nicki Minaj’s use of Malcom X’s iconic photo as the cover art for “Lookin A** N*gga,” Nicki has responded (again) on a recently released track “Chi-Raq” featuring rapper Lil Herb. Plus, Nicki's mom Carol Maraj releases the full track for her gospel song "God's Been Good." Check out the new tracks inside...

We told you Nicki Minaj released a statement apologizing for the unofficial use of Malcom X's photo for the "Lookin' A** N*gga" track saying:

What seems to be the issue now? Do you have a problem with me referring to the people Malcolm X was ready to pull his gun out on as Lookin Ass Niggaz? Well, I apologize. That was never the official artwork nor is this an official single. This is a conversation. Not a single. I am in the video shooting at Lookin Ass Niggaz and there happened to be an iconic photo of Malcolm X ready to do the same thing for what he believed in!!!!

Now Nicki is addressing the controversy again on the Vinylz, Boi-1da and Allen Ritter produced track rapping,

“Malcolm X’s daughter came at me / Lookin ass ni**as ain’t happy/rolled out with some Latin Kings and some eses in them plain khaki’s”

And the YMCMB First Lady also hinted at releasing new music every week until her upcoming album The Pink Print is released:

“I always got a trick up my sleeve. I might give you a new trick every week until this album drop. I don’t know. I figured they want some more, I’m gone give you some more.”

Listen below:

 

The Pink Print is expected to drop later this year.

 

And in other new music….

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Nicki Minaj’s mother, Carol Maraj, just released the full track of her gospel song “God’s Been Good.” Carol released a snippet of the song last month and now she has released the single in it’s entirety along with the cover art (above).

Carol sings praises to God after conquering cancer over an up-tempo beat singing, “God’s been good and always been good say yea”

No word on if she will be releasing a full gospel album but the song is available on iTunes to download.

Listen below:

We hope Carol doesn't decide to feature Nicki on any of her gospel-laced tracks. Not sure how that might turn out.  They are indeed twinsies though...

 

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