The Carters "European Vacation" continued today with a trip to the museum...and the addition of Blue Ivy!  See Blue in her adorable red headband inside...

Little Blue Ivy donned a red headband today as she joined her famous parents, Beyonce and Jay Z for a fun-filled day of adventure in Antibes, France.

The day was a true family outing as Bey's mom Tina Knowles and her beau Richard Lawson were spotted on deck with the Carters.  And it looks like Richard played the role of family photographer!

The Carter's "Tour de France" is a well-deserved rest for Bey and Jay who just wrapped up their record-breaking "On The Run" tour in the U.S. And since Bey also celebrated her 33rd birthday earlier this month, it's a bigger cause for celebration.  We've already seen them in Portofino, Italy and off the coast of Cannes, France.

Blue looked so adorbs in a white dress with a blue bow and her hair was nicely adorned by a red headband.   

Today was a day of learning and cultural excitement for Blue as her parents took her to the Picasso Museum.  

Of course, Bey looked amazing...as always....in an animal printed dress.

Photos via FameFlynet/Splash

Serena Williams is on cloud 9 right now. She just debuted her HSN Signature Statement Collection during New York Fashion Week following her incredible U.S. Open win. Also, we have rounded up pics of your fave YBF celebs attending several fashion events in NYC. Check out all of the fashionable pics inside…

Tennis superstar Serena Williams is having one awesome week!

After nabbing her third consecutive U.S. Open title (marking her 18th Grand Slam title) on Sunday, Serena hit Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week today to premiere her very first runway show. The tennis champ’s HSN clothing line, Serena Williams Signature Statement Collection, debuted at STYLE360 Fashion Pavilion in NYC.

And look who checked out Serena’s newest fashions from the front row... VOGUE's editor-in-chief Anna Wintour. Nice!

The tennis legend revealed to the Associated Press that her collection is a mix of casual and dress apparel and she was inspired by couture shows like Dior, but with a more toned down vibe.

Comedian/actor Marlon Wayans (above) came out to support the launch of her new line with the caption, “And the lady of the hour @serenawilliams great clothes shorty! U got style and stuff!”

After the show, she posed it up with fashion model/designer Guillaume Poupart. And we hear her good friend/tennis star Caroline Wozniacki (whom she defeated on Sunday) was also in attendance. Loves it!

At another fashion event in NYC....

OKC baller/fashion maverick and newly engaged Russell Westbrook came out for the Nolcha Spring 2015 Collection at Eyebeam on 21st Street. Nolcha Fashion Week provides runway shows for independent fashion designers to showcase their hottest designs and styles.

The “Westbrook Frames” eyewear designer caught the latest designer digs front row alongside ET correspondent Rocsi Diaz.

Elsewhere....

“Walk It Out” singer Jennifer Hudson attended InStyle's 20th Anniversary celebration at the Diamond Horseshoe inside the Paramount Hotel. JHud will take the stage tonight at the Fashion Rocks event alongside Nicki Minaj, Usher, Jennifer Lopez, Pitbull and Rita Ora.

Before making her Broadway debut tonight as the first black Cinderella, BET host Keke Palmer hit the carpet in a cute look. She strutted her stuff in an Etre Cécile top, a blue Mantu skirt, Oscar Tiye pumps and JLani jewels.

Actress Garcelle Beauvais looked gorge in a pine green mermaid style number.

And Swiss-born actress Kat Graham made a statement in a gradient fringed frock.

Also in NYC....

Miami Heat center Chris Bosh launched his posh neck and bow tie line, Mr. Nice Tie at Carson Street Clothiers, sponsored by Hennessy V.S.

His wife Adrienne Bosh was sure to be on hand to support her husband's newest endeavor.

Adrienne posed it up with celebrity stylist Kesha McLeod and former “Basketball Wives” star Jennifer Williams.

"Wild 'N Out" host Nick Cannon came out to support his homie.

And Lakers guard Nick Young hung out with Bosh during his big night.

Speaking of Nick....

Nick "Swaggy P" Young assisted his girlfriend Iggy Azalea at an exclusive party at the new 4 WTC in Lower Manhattan to celebrate the global launch of Calvin Klein’s newest fragrance for women, REVEAL. The new scent is described as a solar oriental scent characterized by notes of raw salt, solar accords and sandalwood. Interesting.

Roberto Cavalli brand ambassador Rita Ora hit the carpet in a black leather dress and strappy sandals.

Then the ladies hopped on stage for a special surprise performance of their latest single “Black Widow.”

Fun times.

Photos: Getty/BFAnyc.com/@becbins/romeo10011/@alyona_kim

Naomi Campbell, Rita Ora, Nicki Minaj and Jennifer Hudson were among the YBF royalty who hit the red carpet at Barclays Center  for Fashion Rocks 2014.  See their fashions inside....

Last night, supermodel Naomi Campbell was among the fashion royalty who attended Fashion Rocks 2014 presented by Three Lions Entertainment at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Fashion Rocks, which celebrates the powerful connection between fashion and music, brought out tons of rocks stars, models and fashionistas....and Na Na rocked this hot off the shoulder number!
 

Jennifer Lopez hit the red carpet - putting her best thigh forward - in a tight fitting bodice with metallic embellishments.

 The Atelier Versace gown scream couture!  

Ms. "Anaconda" Nicki Minaj wore a cleavage baring Saint Laurent outfit with Zanotti shoes.

Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Hudson skipped the red carpet but she managed to make a splash on stage with Rupaul Drag Race star Latrice Royale who joined her onstage for "It's Your Wold." 

DJ Cassidy rocked a stylish pink blazer and hat.

You can't have a fashion event without Joan Smalls, one of the reigning supermodels of the world and the covergirl for VOGUE's September issue. 

Joan is also adding tv correspondent to her long list of credentials.

Singer and actress Kat Graham showed off her smooth abs.

"ET" correspondent Rocsi Diaz rocked a leather bustier.

The lovely DJ Kiss wore Proenza Schouler.

"Today" show host Hoda Kotb showed us all how to be sexy AND age appropriate!

British import Rita Ora walked the red carpet is a fashion-forward velvet cocktial dress with a sheer train.  Later, she hit the stage to perform "Fashion" by David Bowie.

But first....she posed with "Hair Weave Killer" 2 Chainz.

And 2 Chainz gave Rita a spin and a twirl.

Michelle Williams, who's promoting her new Gospel disc Journey To Freedom, wore a black and blue leather dress.

Victor Cruz (rocking a animal print leather jacket) posed with fiancee Elaina Watley.

Newly-engaged  basketball star Russell Westbrook, who has his own collection at Barneys, always finds a way to keep his garments interesting and exciting.

Actress Garcelle Beauvais was a vision in white.

Estelle's look was a throwback to the jazz/swing era.

World-reknown stylist June Ambrose posed with fashion personality Jay Manuel.

Questlove's signature fro was the only fashion statement he needed to make.   

"Pretend" singer Tinashe hit the red carpet to promote her debut studio album Aquarius (which drops October 7th).

Photos via Getty Images

It was a battle of the booties last night during the live taping of Fashion Rocks 2014 at the Barclays Center. Check out performances by Nicki Minaj, Jennifer Lopez, Jennifer Hudson, Usher, Rita Ora and Sean Paul when you go inside…

Two of the most famous derrieres were front and center for the 2014 Fashion Rocks Live event (presented by Three Lions Entertainment) held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn last night. And it was a battle of the big booties when Nicki Minaj and Jennifer Lopez rocked the stage for their respective performances.

Nicki Minaj has been hitting the front rows of all the hot designers during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. But last night, she showed out on stage in some itty bitty diamond encrusted booty shorts and embellished bra, with her hair swept up into a high ponytail.

Nicki performed her infectious single “Anaconda” and of course, her performance came with many rump shaking moves and twerking across the stage.

Oh Nicki...

Check it:

Another booty-ful performance....

Round 2 of the big booty battle: Jennifer Lopez. The A.K.A. singer dazzled in a sequined mini dress paired with black kitten heel knee boots.

She performed her new track "Booty" and had no reservations in showing off the "ass"set that made her famous.

If this is what 45 is looking like, we're here for it!

Check her performance below:

Next up....

After partying it up at the InStyle party, Jennifer Hudson hit the stage at Fashion Rocks to perform her brand new single "It's Your World" featuring R. Kelly.

The 32-year-old songtress also performed another single “Dangerous,” off of her third studio album JHUD (Sept. 23rd).

During the show, JHud was joined on stage by RuPaul's Drag Race star Latrice Royale (real name Timothy Wilcots). Latrice opened the disco set doing a rendition of Gloria Gaynor’s “I Will Survive.” Then, the “Walk It Out” singer appearred and finished belting out "You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)" by Sylvester.

Sang JHud!

Here's a clip:

Another R&B performance...

R&B crooner Usher also hit the stage (after chopping it up with host Ryan Seacrest) to perform his newest hit "She Came to Give It to You."

During his performance, he was joined by Victoria’s Secret supermodel Jourdan Dunn as she ripped the runway in some sexy lace leggings.

Hot!

Peep his performance below:

Also hitting the stage....

After performing at Calvin Klein's fragrance party, Rita Ora combined music and fashion on stage for her rendition of the David Bowie classic "Fashion."

Check it:

Also...

And Sean Paul rocked the stage with singers Randy Malcom & Alexander Delgado of Gente Dezona and Enrique Iglesias to perform "Bailando," after being introduced by Naomi Campbell and Tommy Hilfiger.

Peep their performance below:

Backstage....

Nicki was spotted after twerking it out on stage.

JHud snapped a pic with RuPaul's Drag Race star Latrice Royale after their performance.

Rita Ora seemed excited to see JHud...

And actress Kat Graham (who introduced Luke Bryan to perform) posed it up with rock band KISS.

Photos: Getty

Dream do come true! Keke Palmer was overwhelmed with emotion after her debut as Broadway's first black Cinderella. Check out the pics inside….

Last night, YBF starlet Keke Palmer was the belle of the ball during her opening night for Rodgers & Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA Broadway musical at the Broadway Theatre.

The BET TV host got teary-eyed as she bowed gracefully, alongside Sherri Shepherd (as the evil stepmother), after captivating the stage as the first African-American fairytale princess Cinderella on Broadway.
 

It was a fairytale dream come true for Keke as she once thought she could never star in such a role.

She said,

"Young black girls that think that certain things aren't possible, it's good for them to just be able to see someone that looks like them and lets them know it's possible, but it also lets them know that just because you have never seen it, doesn't mean that you can't be it."

Yes Keke!
 

Former “The View” host Sherri Shepherd also made history last night as well. She's the first African-American to play the stepmother in Cinderella.

FUN FACT: This is the second time Sherri has played KeKe's mother in a role. They were the stars in the LIFETIME movie Abducted: The Carlina White Story.
 

Here's a clip of the mother-daughter duo taking a bow after their first performance: 

And before the show....

Before she was crowned as the belle of the ball, Keke was captured getting fitted for her many costume designs at the Tricone Costumes studio last week. Tony award-winning costume designer William Ivey Long transformed the YBF starlet into the beautiful fairytale princess.

When asked how she felt once she put on her breath-taking white gown she said,

"This is me in my own head: 'OMG girl, you look so beautiful! What are you going to do when you get out there. This is a dream come true girl. Girl, just enjoy it. Just trying to live in the moment. It's a moment I'll never forget.”
 

Loves it! Congrats to both Keke and Sherri for their history making moment!

Photos/Video: Pret-a-Reporter/@playbill/@adnanrashid/@simonesmalls

Shonda Rhimes'"Scandal" returns on September 25th and we have a look at the season 4 cast photo and the show's latest teaser.  Also, get the deets on Tia Mowry's show getting renewed and Christina Milian's new reality series inside.....

Where in the world is Olivia Pope?  That's the question presented to viewers in the latest teaser for "Scandal" which returns Thursday, Sept. 25 at 9/8c on ABC. Also, we've got our first look at the Season 4 cast shot and its CLASSY!  The gladiators are dressed to the nines in ball gowns and tuxes. We guess Shonda is planning for a very festive season.

Per her usual, there are subtle hints in the photo. You'll notice that everyone is staring straight into the camera - except for Mellie and David. Mellie seems to be starring at Fitz while David glares at Olivia/Jake. Why? We guess we'll find out soon. 

The cast and crew have been hard at work all summer and we're so excited for their return.

Watch the teaser here:

In "renewal" news... 

Good news for Tia Mowry, Sheryl Lee Ralph and Michael Boatman....their hit Nickelodeon show "Instant Mom" has been picked up for season 3 for 20-episode!

The announcement was made (via press release) by Russell Hicks, Nickelodeon’s President of Content Development and Production. Beginning Oct. 2, season two of Instant Mom will premiere in its new timeslot on Nick at Nite, Thursdays at 8 p.m. (ET/PT). The series also airs during the adult-targeted NickMom nighttime comedy block on the Nick Jr. channel.

“Instant Mom has proven to be the perfect breakout series for families to enjoy together on Nick at Nite,” Russell said. “The show appeals to kids and parents alike, and we’re excited to continue delivering new, comedic storylines that our talented cast and creative team bring to life.”

Congrats to Tia! We're sure she'll drop in on her sister Tamara's new talkshow "The Real" to discuss the hit series.

Coming soon...

Christina Milian is heading to E! in a new docu soap titled “Christina Milian Turned Up.” The show will follow Christina's career, love life, and her relationship with her Cuban-American family” including her mother/manager, Carmen, and her sisters Danielle and Liz.

Jeff Olde, Executive Vice President of Original Programming & Development said,"We simply adore Christina. She’s young, vibrant and a highly accomplished artist who has a hectic life balancing the glitz and glamour of celebrity, and the rough and tumble world of hip hop, with the more relatable moments of being a mom, newly back on the dating scene, and trying to make things better for her family.”

Over on Instagram, Christina celebrated the announcement by posting,

"So it looks like the cats out the bag!! Lol.. I can officially announce that my docu-series with E! network has been picked up!! Along with @heartbreakkid87_ @danielle_milian @mamamilian @laurenrod8 on board for the Crazy ride.. Airing top of the year 2015! Be on the lookout.. Music, my friendships, Family and so much more. It's time for you to get a peak in."

Yes....we want to get a peak in and we want to know what role Lil' Wayne "really" plays in your life. Is he more than a friend?

Photos via via Christina Milian's Instagram/ABC/Nick

Raven Symone was spotted out and about with a short muti-colored hairdo yesterday.  See the pics inside and check out Meagan Good with her husband Devon at the ATTRACT Magazine mixer. 

Raven Symone was seen leaving lunch with a friend in Sherman Oaks, California yesterday. 

As she hugged him, we were able to get a good look at her multi-colored "Rainbow Bright" inspired hairdo.  You'll recall that Raven enrolled in art school a few months ago so it's natural for her to use her hair to make an artistic statement. 

We can't be sure what type of mood the photographer caught her in, but we imagine we'll be seeing THIS FACE attached to Facebook/Twitter Memes for months to come. 

Also in the LA area....

Meagan Good posed with the Phenix Rose, the girl group she manages, at the Attract Magazine mixer held at Phillipe Chow.

The mixed was thrown to celebrate Meagan's cover issue.

She was joined by her husband Devon, who helped toast her cover issue and her role in the upcoming film Loose, which she co-stars in with Raven Symone. 

Photos via Pacific Coast News

Photos via Pacific Coast News

On magazines racks, pop music queen Rihanna and Nicki Minaj posed for high fashion spreads in TUSH and DAZED magazine.  See their pictorials inside...

In the latest issue of DAZED, "Anaconda" rapper Nicki Minaj covers the autumn/winter issue where she sat for photographer Jeff Bark and Dazed Fashion Director Robbie Spencer.

The editorial pairs two-sides of Nicki's personality into a story about fashion: the quiet, reserved fashion obsessive and the provocative pop culture sex symbol.

Inside the magazine, Nicki (who's dropping her third disc, The Pink Print on November 24th) opened up to the magazine about a range of topics including fame and feminism.

Nicki's issue of DAZED hits stands on September 11th.  Go behind the scenes here.

Watch behind the scenens clip here.

Also on magazine racks...................

In the latest issue of German fashion mag,TUSH, Rihanana posed for a set of futuristic photos shot by Gomillion & Leupold (who've worked with her for several magazine shoots).

Rihanna, whohas been on the NYFW scene, tweeted the avant garde shoot to her 37 Million followers. 

Several of the surrealistic pics featured an array of high-fashion feathers and wings.

Hot.

PHOTOS VIA DAZED/TUSH (c/o/ Rap-Up)

The cast of “Love & Hip Hop Hollywood” took over the red carpet at the show's L.A. premiere screening. And TheYBF.com was on the scene to chop it up with the new cast mates about the upcoming season. Get the juicy deets inside….

Last night, the entire cast of VH1’s newest reality show “Love & Hip Hop Hollywood” hit Inside Jokes Comedy Club in the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood to kick off their season with their first screening.

TheYBF.com’s L.A. correspondent Lauren Smith was on the scene and she caught up with singer/actress Teairra Mari. The "LAHH" star had many choice words when asked about the being on the new season. You’ll recall, T. Mari made a few appearances on “Love & Hip Hop New York.” Here’s what she had to say about being on the show in a different city:

"With Love & Hip-Hop New York, I was kind of a sidekick for somebody else and with this, it's like, they're in my backyard. My best friend is on here, my ex-boyfriend is on here, A b**** that I will f***ing bust in the face at any time is on here, and it's a lot of s*** that is brought to my backyard. So it is what it is."

Sheesh! She's clearly talking about Ray J's current girlfriend Princess. Which brings us to....

Ray J and his current girlfriend Princess Love. As you may or may not know, they don't like each other since they shared the same man (y'all know how that goes). Remember that fight back in April?

But it seems Ray J is ready to settle down, get married and have some babies with his current boo. He told TheYBFcom:

"If my girl trust me enough and she feels like I'm ready. She has to feel like she trusts me and if we're all on the same page, yeah, I want to get married and have kids. Absolutely. But I don't want to get married and then fall by the wayside. I want to know that she knows that I'm 1000% and I want her to know that she's 1000%. So I feel like we have to go through the ups and downs. We have to argue. We have to hate each other. We gotta break up. We gotta make up and then we're together. "

Ray J isn't the only one ready to settle down. Soulja Boy claims he's ready to spend the rest of his life with his his girlfriend Nia Riley (the daughter of legendary Grammy Award winning producer, singer- songwriter, and musician, Teddy Riley). He tells us that he’s at a point in his life where he’s ready to settle down with Nia and to stop messing around with groupie chicks. He said,

I’ve been in the game since I was 16. I've been dealing with different girls and past relationships and groupies but I'm at the point, I'm 24, I'm still young and I've been rocking with Nia for eight years. Now I'm really trying to take it serious. I'm really trying to be faithful to her. Be loyal to her. I don't f*** with no h**s. I'm on TMZ with a different chick every week and I want to show the people what's real. No matter how much money you get. No matter how famous you get, we all have real feelings and we all go through real problems. If you have $20 million in the bank or you have $20 in the bank we all got real feelings and we all got people we really care about and I really love her.

Proud new parents Omarion and his girlfriend Apryl Jones (who was once a member of a girl group called Cellareign) welcomed their son Megaa Omari Grandberry last month. And they’re ready to share with the world what it's like being new parents and what we can expect from the upcoming season.

Here are the highlights:

April: Obviously, our growth and progress in our relationship. You'll see the drama. You'll see me stepping into motherhood. Him into fatherhood. You'll be able to see the whole journey as that experience unfolds.
Omarion: Also, you're going to see truth. We don't hide from nothing. We address and deal with every issue head on. There's a certain type of stigma with love and hip-hop that everyone a part of it is ratchet and wants to fight. We really want to represent…
April:…black love because when you see the show you automatically assume it's ratchet. B*****s and h**s. People don't know how to communicate. With us, we genuinely love each other. We genuinely f*** with one another. It's about finding a resolution to your problems. You're going to have drama.
Omarion: It's life. And that's who we are as a couple. The new Martin and Gina.
 

Former B2K band member Lil Fizz...excuse us "Fizz" and his girlfriend of two years, Amanda Secor (who is is currently studying at the Fashion Institute Of Design and Merchandising, majoring in Product Development)looked happily in love.

He shared what he has learned about himself during the course of the new season of the show saying,

I would more so say its just really what I want in life. To build a family for my son and giving him that positive upbringing. I was really dirty before so a kid coming into my life has changed me a lot. I'm really trying to balance between having a new relationship and co-parenting with my son's mother.

His son's mother is Moniece Slaughter (above) and it seems she and Fizz have a lot of drama going on between them. 

We caught up with her at the premiere and she had quite a few things to say after seeing the first episode. She said,

I can't lie. It's pretty hard. It's hard to watch because I love the f*** out of my kid and to be made out to be a homeless, deadbeat mother is a hard pill to swallow. I can be out there f***ing for a check. I could've stayed with Shaquille O'Neal and gotten full custody. My son loves his father so I'm not going to do that. I work my ass to the f***ing bone. You don't have to understand me but you will f***ing respect me. My decisions are my own and just because I make certain decisions doesn't mean they are the decisions I want to make. They are the decisions that I need to make. And I'm a grown a** woman who can own my s***. I have made mistakes that have put me in positions to not be able to succeed at anything else but this. And I will own that. Those decisions do directly affect my son. If I could go back in time I would, but we all know that's not possible so all I can do is bounce back. Whoever doesn't like it... F*** you.

Shaq?! Lordt....

She’s currently in business with NBA baller Matt Barnes' brother designing a line of sex toys. Well that's...interesting.

We also caught up with the mastermind behind the "LAHH" franchise, Mona Scott-Young. After many years of some saying the show is scripted, the "LAHH" creator still stands by her word...it's REAL life.

She shared,

Over the course of Love & Hip-Hop we've had, maybe, 40 cast members collectively, hundreds of crew members. People who have been a part of the show coming in and out as guest appearances. There would be no way for me to keep that secret if it was scripted. This is these guys lives. It's crazy. It's outrageous. It's all the casting. You find dynamic people that are open and willing to share their lives and have no problem with doing so and that's who you cast and then you find the stories that you're going to tell and that they will allow you to tell. That's the way the show was made. None of this is scripted. Were not faking it. This is their lives. Everybody talks about I'm a puppet master. You take credit away from these guys when you say that because it's like these are grown a** people living their lives with real situations that we can all relate to. If we're honest about it we all know somebody who's been there, done that. Or has a best friend who's done something similar. We recognize these scenarios because they are real. This stuff is not made up. I can't say it enough but no one seems to believe me.

Mmhmm...

So why does it bother Omarion and Fizz so much when people bring up the past of once being members of the boy band B2K?

Omarion: To be honest, me and Fizz have been out of B2K for almost 10 years and to come into the game so strong and not have the proper tools to progress as a man and try to understand that people love you for what you do and that's just what people loved before. It was hard to come to grips to progress as a man and an entertainer. In order for me to progress people need to let that go. Period.

There you have it....

In the upcoming season, we will see "Sexy Can I" rapper Yung Berg (right) in a strained relationship with cast mate Hazel E.

Hazel E is a ex-publicist turned raptress who is managed by Yung Berg's brother.

Hazel E posed it up with cast mate Masika Kalysha, former hostess turned video vixen, who is focusing on becoming a singer and actress in Hollywood.

Cast mate Morgan Hardman is a well-known celebrity concierge to a number of celebrities, but Ray J serves as her No.1 number one client and confidant.

"LAHH ATL" star/Waka Flocka's momager Deb Antney came out to support. She was all smiles next to L.A. Clippers baller Matt Barnes.

Top model chick Eva Marcille came out to check out the screening.

Former "LAHH NY" star Somaya Reece showed up flaunting her brand new figure. She's looking good!

We caught up with "Atlanta Exes" star Torrei Hart and she dished on her ex Kevin Hart proposing to his girlfriend Eniko Parrish on the same night as show premiered. She said,

I was not upset at all. It was her birthday you know. And honestly it brought more attention to the show. We were trending all night. Number one on Twitter. Our ratings were through the roof. The highest ratings 2.2 million I believe. I was with my dude that night and we were celebrating and I was just like okay he's engaged what's the big deal? They were together for five years. He should have been proposed. That's just how I felt.

Well alright.... 

The cast took the stage for a Q&A session.

And Mona posed it up on the carpet with Torrei, publicist Kita Williams, The Brand Group promoter Miss Diddy and publicist Monique "Mo" Jackson.

And for the afterparty....

Taking a break from her "Testimony Live" tour with August Alsina, singer Teyana Taylor came out to Superclub to party with some of the "LAHH LA" cast mates.

West coast rapper Too Short was in the building.

And Yung Berg got "turnt up" popping bottles....

And finessing the ladies. This dude....

"Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood" premieres Monday, September 15 at 8pm ET/PT on VH1.
 

Photos: YBF L.A. correspondent Lauren Smith /Rowena Husbands/Kass (The Brand Group)/VLEX Photos/@missdiddyla

In today's Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week spottings, Jada Pinkett Smith and Mary J. Blige attended Michael Kors while Whoopi Goldberg and 2 Chainz posed for pics at the Jeremy Scott show. Also, we spotted Zoe Saldana heading to the Hugo Boss show.   More inside..

Jada Pinkett Smith was among the A-listers who attended Michael Kors S/S 2015 Fashion Show at Spring Studios.

Jada, who looked amazing in a tan suit and heels, is starring in the upcoming Fox series "Gotham" (set to premiere September 22nd).

"Right Now" singer Mary J. Blige was also among the A-list attendees.

She and hubby Kendu Isaacs looked very much in love as they posed for pics. 

And fans around the globe are anticipating the release of her next album, "The London Sessions" which has been given a December 2nd release date (via Capitol Records).

Over at Milk Studios....

2 Chainz aka "Hair Weave Killer" posed with "The View" moderator Whoopi Goldberg and her grandaughter Jerzey Dean at Jeremy Scott's presentation.

Jeremy (shown above) also attracted Miley Cyrus, who wore one of his festive creations and gave the peace sign while sticking out her tongue (as usual).

At 4 World Trade Center ...... 

Gorgeous actress Zoe Saldana was spotted arriving for the Hugo Boss Women Spring/Summer 2015 Runway Show. Zoe, who's expecting twins, has several projects coming down the pipeline.  She recently voiced a character in the animated featuring "The Book Of Life" (due October) and she's also starring in the controversial Nina Simone biopic (expected late 2014).

Photos via Getty

It’s almost time to get back to work. The Carters were spotted jetting off to London and Paris today, days before they hit the stage for their “On The Run” shows this weekend. See their candids inside….

They have soaked up some sun on the beach in the south of France, lunched with their mothers at "La Guerite" on Ile Sainte Marguerite, surprised a bride on her wedding day in Italy and spent a day taking in culture at the Picasso Museum. And now…it’s almost time to get back to the grind.

Beyonce, Jay Z and Blue Ivy were spotted jetting out of Nice, France today and are heading to Paris, days before they hit the stage for their final two “On The Run” shows. Since Bey's 33rd birthday on Sept. 4th, The Carters have been living it up on their European getaway, with little Blue Ivy and family in tow.
 

The flawless one was spotted boarding her private jet making her way to the French capital and she is looking like perfection with her toned legs on full display.

And we're loving the temporary tattoo jewels on her leg and arm. We’ve noticed she has been attempting to cover her stomach up more than usual these days, but we’re not making any assumptions (yet).

But before Bey makes her way to Paris, she made a stop in London...

Beyonce In TOPSHOP, London pic.twitter.com/mcuLG9Epqi

— Beyonce Forever (@Beyoncedknowles) September 10, 2014

Mrs. Carter was spotted in her favorite store...TOP SHOP on Oxford Street in London today.

While Yonce shops it up in London, Daddy Hov and cutie Blue boarded a different plane and made their way to Paris.  

Here they are arriving at Le Bourget airport before checking in to their hotel. Mr. & Mrs. Carter take the stage at Stade de France on Friday to close out their joint "On The Run" tour. Their HBO special will premiere on September 20th...will you be tuned in?

Photos: Splash/FAMEFLYNET

Disgraced reality star Apollo Nida checked himself into federal prison yesterday, but not before a dramatic confrontation with estranged wife Phaedra Parks (as BRAVO cameras rolled) and a bizarre Instagram video about going "asunder."  More on Apollo's final moments of freedom inside... 

Apollo Nida began his 8-year federal prison sentence for conspiring to commit mail, wire and bank fraud yesterday, but not before he several more dramatic acts. 

First, TMZ reports that he took a detour from his "drive to prison" to show up at the home of estranged wife Phaedra Parks for a final confrontation (which BRAVO filmed).  He allegedly confronted her about not showing up for his sentencing, not bring their two children to see him in jail and also refusing to put money in his prison account. He was heard saying "What the f*** is the matter with you," adding, "I don't give a f*** about the police, call them, I dare you."

Then there was the FORBES interview which surfaced yesterday, where he admitted to his mistakes and regrets.

"I have two major regrets. The first is not being true to myself. When I came out of prison the first time, I told myself that I never wanted to be in this situation again. I had numerous talks with myself. I knew how to stay out of trouble, but I lost focus,"

His final act was an Instagram video to his fans, before he went "asunder" where he thanked them for their prayers and said,"Stay tuned...you'll be hearing from me shortly."

Ummm....how's that going to happen? Has Apollo signed up for some prison-based reality show? We guess we'll all have to "Stay tuned...."

Photos via Apollo Nida's Instagram

Kanye West was rushed to the hospital shortly before he took the stage in Melbourne last night.  Find out more about his medial scare inside and see candids of him and North West in Sydney. 

Kanye West, shown above with daughter North West in Sydney, Australia, is in the clear after a medical scare sent him to the hospital, threatening his Yeezus tour.

He was reportedly rushed to a hospital in Melbourne yesterday after he complained about severe headaches following a game of basketball.

According to Australian lifestyle magazine, Woman's Day, he was taken to a Melbourne hospital for an emergency MRI where nurses noticed seizure-like symptoms and gave him "VIP" treatment. An eyewitness told the mag,

"My daughter was having an MRI. Shortly after it began, security burst in and cleared the area. Everyone was moved out of the waiting and consulting rooms. We were the only ones left apart from doctors and nurses - we couldn't leave as the MRI wasn’t finished.

Next thing we knew, Kanye was stretchered in surrounded by security. He had one side of his face covered with something white. We both knew it was him because we had seen his photo in the paper everyday and we were shocked because it looked so serious.”

After about two hours, Kanye was cleared by doctors and continued on with his sold-out concert at the 15,000-seat Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne.

Now....Kanye (along with Kim and North) has already made his way to Sydney where he will conclude his September tour of Australia one show in Sydney and a final show in Brisbane.

Photos via Splash News

A group of YBF ladies are joining hands to help raise awareness in the fight against breast cancer. Check out Eva Marcille, Emily B, Meelah Williams, Angel Conwell and more serving up some pretty pinkness in the second official photo for The Pink Line inside…

Pretty in pink! These YBF chicks are joining hands in the fight against breast cancer and they’re bringing the fabness with the second official photo for the Age Doesn’t Define Your Status (A.D.D.Y.S) campaign. Breast Cancer Awareness month is coming up in October and this is a phenomenal way to kick it off.

We showed you a few behind-the-scenes pics from the photoshoot and now the official photo with Eva Marcille, Emily B, Meelah Williams, RaVaughn, Miss Diddy of The Brand Group LA, breast cancer survivor Shondia McFadden and breast cancer survivor/founder of The Pink Line Michel Sproles has been released. And we are loving it!

Michel Sproles, wife of Philadelphia Eagles’ running back, Darren Sproles, created The Pink Line after she was diagnosed with stage 0 breast cancer at the age of 28. She created The Pink Line campaign to encourage young, African American women to know their bodies and be proactive when it comes to their breast health. As the founder and breast cancer survivor, she wants every woman to know that Age Doesn’t Define Your Status (A.D.D.Y.S)! It's so important to know

Stay tuned for more images from The Pink Line Breast Cancer Awareness photo campaign and the official behind-the-scenes look from the shoot coming soon.

Photo credit: Brevin Blach for The Pink Line

In today's candids, "The Game" star Lauren London  was spotted at LAX while Tatyana Ali and Darius McCrary both headed to The Grove for some shopping.  See their photos inside...

Reclusive Hollywood starlet Lauren London was spotted at LAX yesterday.  Lauren, who stars on the BET series "The Game" recently celebrated the 5th birthday of her son Cameron Carter (whose father is Lil' Wayne).  

She tweeted, "My Baby turned 5 today. Motherhood has taught me so much about life and real Love.#HappyBdayToMyLittleHuman"

Over at The Grove......

Actress and activist Tatyana was spotted getting some retail therapy. 

Tatyana, who recently wrapped filming to romantic comedy November Rule, has also been focusing on her music career with the release of her ep Hello earlier this year.

Also at The Grove...  

Former "Family Matters" star Darius McCrary, who recently wrapped shooting Reach Me with Terry Crews and Sylvester Stallone (due October 24th) was spotted at The Grove with his fiancee Tammy Brawner.

Tammy holds the distinction of being the 10th female to suit up for the Harlem Globetrotters!

 Photos via Splash/WENN

Nicki Minaj couldn’t contain herself after Ellen DeGeneres shared her hilarious “Anaconda” parody. Also, Jhene Aiko hit the stage on “Jimmy Kimmel” yesterday to perform her single “The Pressure” live. Check out their appearances inside….

Nicki Minaj and her most famous “ass”et appeared on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” yesterday. During her appearance, Ellen shared her hilarious parody of Nicki’s “Anaconda” video and after seeing it, the “Pills N Potions” raptress couldn’t stop laughing at the silliness.

Check it below:

Later, Nicki explained what exactly happened with her major wardrobe malfunction during her performance at the 2014 MTV VMAs. She revealed as she was trying to change from her “Anaconda” costume, her team was unable to zip up her dress for the “Bang Bang” performance in time. She said she was “butt a** naked” under the dress—no bra, no undies. So what does Ellen do? Gift her with a big a** safety pin to keep everything in tact. Ha!

Peep it below:

And since booty was the topic of the hour, they also played a game of "Butt Wait There's More," where they had to come up with as many different words for her most famous body part:

And on another talk show...

Jhene Aiko, who just dropped her debut album Souled Out on Tuesday, hit the outdoor stage on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” for a live performance of her latest single, “The Pressure.”

Jhene is taking her talents on the road with The Weekend, alongside Schoolboy Q, for a mini-fall tourtitled, “King of the Fall.” It kicks off at the Barclays Center on September 19th and ends October 10th at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco.

Below are the dates:
9/19 Brooklyn, NY - Barclays Center
9/21 Toronto, Ontario - Molson Canadian Amphitheatre
10/9 Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood Bowl
10/10 San Francisco, CA - Bill Graham Civic Auditorium

Check her live performance below:
 

Photos: Nicki's IG

In today’s movie bits, we have the official Annie poster starring Jamie Foxx and Quvenzhané Wallis. The lead stars paid a visit to an elementary school to support the Turnaround Arts initiative yesterday. Also, the release date and an extended trailer for VH1’s upcoming film Drumline: A New Look has been released. More inside….

We’re super excited for the upcoming remake of Annie, starring Jamie Foxx and Oscar-nominated actress Quvenzhané Wallis. And today, the official poster for the forthcoming film has been released.

The YBF starlet stars plays the lead role as orphan Annie and Jamie Foxx plays Will Stacks, an updated version of the character Daddy Warbucks. Cameron Diaz will star as Annie’s mean foster mom, Miss Hannigan.

The modern telling film will be directed by Will Gluck and co-produced by Jay Z, Jada Pinkett Smith & Will Smith, Laurence "Jay" Brown, Tyran "Ty Ty" Smith, James Lassiter and Caleeb Pinkett through Marcy Media in addition to the Smith's Overbrook Entertainment.

In support of the new film, lead stars Q and Jamie, along with filmmaker Will Gluck (below), made a visit to Northport Elementary (above walking with school principal Leona Derden) in Minneapolis, a Turnaround Arts school, to help kick off the Turnaround Arts initiative.

Sony Pictures Entertainment is helping to support the signature program of the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities. Turnaround Arts works with local program partners to provide intensive arts education resources to many high-poverty schools across the country.

As part of a collaboration with Annie to promote arts education, Turnaround Arts will receive support, and Turnaround Arts schools who want to put on the Broadway classic will get resources and assistance in staging their production.

Yesterday, the Annie cast met with excited fifth graders who are preparing to audition for their school production of Annie.

Jamie spoke on the collaboration saying, "Arts education is a way to make a real difference in the lives of kids everywhere. Being involved with the arts certainly changed my life, and I've seen that engagement change the lives of many others."

In addition, Quvenzhané also shared a few words saying, "I was excited to visit the school today. We had so much fun and I'm glad that they are preparing for their own production of 'Annie.' Every Annie can be different, which is one of the reasons why it is so great to be a part of."
 

Nice! Annie hits theaters December 19th.

Another movie hitting theaters soon….

VH1 is gearing up for the release of their telefilm Drumline: A New Beat. And its slated to premiere on the network October 27th at 9PM ET/PT.

The new made-for-TV movie is executive produced by the original film producers Wendy Finerman, Dallas Austin and Jody Gerson. They’s also added Nick Cannon as an executive producer (who starred in the original) through his NCredible Entertainment banner.

In a press release, a synopsis of the film details,

“Drumline: A New Beat” will capture the sound and spirit of the first film while welcoming a whole new class to the Atlanta A&T drumline. The new story follows female lead Danielle “Dani” Raymond (Alexandra Shipp), an upper class Brooklyn girl who defies her parents in order to attend Atlanta A&T so she can join – and revitalize – their once-prominent drumline. Dani’s quest to become the first female section leader will be hampered by upperclassmen, including her cousin Tyree (Jeff Pierre), her feelings for fellow bandmate and rival Jayven (Jordan Calloway), and the school’s crosstown competitors. Tasha (Jasmine Burke) and Josh (Scott Shilstone) round out the freshmen drumline and bring their own ambitions onto the field. Sean Taylor (Leonard Roberts) from the original film will return to the franchise as Atlanta A&T’s new band director. Sean is looking to make his mark on his alma mater while dealing with “ghosts” from his past: the dean, Dr. Nia Phillips (LeToya Luckett), his brother, Kevin Taylor (Deray Davis) and original “Drumline” favorite, Devon Miles (Nick Cannon).

Peep the newly released extended trailer below:

Will you be tuned in?

EXTRAS:

1. Romeo Miller will no longer be starring as the lead role in the upcoming Jean-Claude LaMarre’s flick “Chocolate City". Robert Ri’chard (Tyler Perry's "Meet The Browns") will now play the lead role of Devin, a young college student who discovers the world of male exotic dancing to make ends meet. STORY

Photos: Columbia Pictures/VH1

Ray Rice's suspension from the NFL has created a huge swell of social media attention for domestic violence.  Inside, see controversial responses from Indiana Pacer's star Paul George (who later apologized), Mike Tyson's ex-wife Robin Given and others in the discussion.

By now, everyone has some sort of opinion on Ray Rice/Janay Palmer and how the NFL has chosen to deal with domestic violence.  But Paul George, who plays for the Indiana Pacers, found himself in hot water with his bosses over his commentary.  His controversial tweets (which have been deleted) said,  

Once Paul's tweet reached Pacers execs, he was publically reprimanded.  Pacers President of Basketball Operations Larry Bird issued a statement saying,

“Paul George’s tweets from earlier were thoughtless and without regard to the subject of domestic violence and its seriousness in society. We have talked to Paul to strongly express our displeasure and made it clear that the NBA and the Pacers’ organization will not condone or tolerate remarks of this nature. Paul understands that he was wrong and why his tweets were so inappropriate and is very apologetic.”

What did Paul do next?  He tweeted an apology:

While Ray Rice has his supporters, there are also the voices of women like actress Robin Givens who wrote an Op-Ed for TIME about her experiences with former heavyweight boxing champ Mike Tyson, explaining why Janay Palmer might chose to stay in her marriage. 

"People ask why I didn’t leave after the first time he hit me. But you feel such inner turmoil and confusion. You want it to be only one time. And for three days after that incident I did the right thing. I said: “Don’t call me. I never want to see you again.” But then you start taking his phone calls. Then he asks to see you in person, and you say yes to that. Then you have a big giant man crying like a baby on your lap and next thing you know, you’re consoling him. You’re the protector. One minute you’re running from him, the next you’re protecting him. And being a black woman you feel you want to protect your man. You think, the black man in America has it so difficult anyway, so now you’re turning them in. It feels like the ultimate betrayal. And maybe Janay Rice is feeling a little of that, though I don’t want to speak for her."

Now it's time for our readers to have their say.  Have social media hashtags #whyIleft and #whyIstayed informed or shifted your views on domestic violence?

SPEAK ON IT

Cynthia Bailey took it back to her modeling roots, strutting down the runway for Betsey Johnson’s newest collection during New York Fashion Week last night. Peep the “Real Housewife’s” catwalk pics inside…

“RHOA” star Cynthia Bailey is no stranger to a runway (she does run her own modeling company) and she’s married….so who better to have rip the runway rocking the latest funky designs in Betsey Johnson's "MODERN Love & Marriage" themed show.

The Bailey Agency founder got modelicious in a tin-foil wedding dress, blonde wig and blinged out jewels before trekking down the catwalk for Betsey Johnson’s Spring 2015 collection at The Salon in Lincoln Center during Mercedes-Benz Fashion week last night.

Betsey's collection included monogrammed necklaces with the word "PRENUP", white wedding "suits" for women and an 80s retro inspired dress. So Betsey!

“Real Housewives” stars took over during the show. The former runway model was joined by "Real Housewives of New York" star Kristen Taekman (above backstage) and "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Camille Grammer (not pictured).  

Cynthia captured her NYFW runway moment saying, "Got my life walking in @xobetseyjohnson today Had so much fun #onceamodel...

And added,"Me & the talented, sweet & loving @xobetseyjohnson today #newyorkfashionweek"

Nice!

After a slew of different looks, many spottings of our front-row favesand dozens of shows, New York Fashion Week will wrap up today. Designers such as Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, and J. Mendel will run the final shows.

Photos: Getty/Cynthia's IG

Check out additional NYFW photos of Naomi Campbell, LaLa & Carmelo Anthony, Keke Palmer and more in the gallery below:

In today's new music roundup, Chris Brown teams with Kendrick Lamar for "Autumn Leaves" while Faith Evans hits the club with Missy Elliott for "I Deserve It" and Janelle Monae performs on "Sesame Street". More inside...

Legal woes behind him, Chris Brown is finally ready to release the long-delayed X disc (Sept. 16th) and the latest song we have from the project is the haunting balled "Autumn Leaves" featuring Kendrick Lamar.  The track is produced by B.A.M. and RoccStar and finds Chris singing about a troubling relationship.

"I've been bleeding in your silence/ I feel safer in your violence/ I hold on like leaves in fall, to what is left/ Before I sleep, I talk to God/ He must be mad with me/ He's coming/It seems like all the autumn leaves have fallen/ I feel like you're the only reason for it/ All the things you do."

In addition to K. Dot, Chris' album will feature appearances from Usher, Rick Ross, Brandy, Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, Jhené Aiko, R. Kelly and Trey Songz.

In new videos... 

Earlier this summer, Faith Evans released “I Deserve It”, the first single off her eighth album and first new studio record in four years, Incomparable. Now, Faith has teamed up with famed Atlanta photographer Derek Blanks to create a visual for the track, featuring Missy Elliott and Sharaya J.

Shot in Atlanta, the video showcases Faith's banging body and takes cues from the famous club scene in "Coming To America" as Faith entertains potential suitors. Watch for cameos from Love & Hip Hop Atlanta star Stevie J. and Terrell Owens.  Incomparable drops at the end of the year....are you feeling the song?

On television... 

"Electric Lady" Janelle Monae is set to appear on the special 45th anniversary season of "Sesame Street" where she'll perform "The Power of Yet." The song, which praises the importance of "possibilities", is set to air September 16th.

Watch it here: