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SEPARATE LIVES: Paula Patton On Solo Trip To New York, Robin Thicke And Julian At Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch

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Paula Patton and Robin Thicke are living separate lives on opposite coasts. See pics of what they were up to this weekend inside...

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"Lost Without You" singer Robin Thicke has found happiness again.....with his and Paula's son Julian Fuego.  The singer and his son went pumpkin picking at Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch in West Hollywood yesterday.

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Although Robin created an entire album about his love for wife Paula Patton (Paula), she filed for divorce on October 3rd. But the cuteness that is his little boy...plus a few alleged divorce parties...are sure to get him through the pain.

 

 

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Paula was spotted leaving her hotel in New York City yesterday and she seemed very.....peaceful.

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Since the split, Paula has been named the celebrity ambassador for Ellen Tracy and has finished filming the adventure movie Warcraft, set for release in 2016.

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But don't expect any grass to grow under her feet now that she's single. Her rep told E! News. "Paula is doing great. She's really excited about the future...reading a lot of scripts."

 

 

 

 

Photos via FameFlynet/INF


Lupita Nyong'o GETS GORGE With Alek Wek + Gugu Mbatha-Raw Slays ELLE's Women In Hollywood Cover

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Lupita Nyong'o and Alek Wek are serving up gorgeousness in London.  Check out the ladies at a fab charity event inside, plus Gugu Mbatha-Raw slaying the cover of ELLE magazine's Women In Hollywood issue....

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Leave it to Lupita Nyong'o to make a LBD look like flawless perfection. The Oscar winner looked chic at the Sindika Dokolo Art Foundation dinner at Cafe Royal in London last night.  And we're loving the jeweled headband accent.

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Lupita posed it up with British designer Ozwald Boateng and one of her idols, supermodel Alek Wek.

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We see where Lupita gets her knack for bold colors.  Beautiful.

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The fab chick also caught up with "Entourage" star Jeremy Piven. And this wasn't the only charitable happening she participate din yesterday.

She put her perfect penmanship to good use to press for the #SaveShockoe cause:

 

 

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There! I've written my letter to Mayor Dwight Jones in my hope to #SaveShockoe. If you are like me and can't read my handwriting, find the typed version on my Facebook page. Write (type, really) your own letter by using the template at: http://savingplac.es/1lrZDwr (Click on the blue "Call on Mayor Dwight Jones and Richmond's City Council) #haveyoursay

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Nice!

 

And speaking of fab chicks:

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Yep, that's Gugu Mbatha-Raw, serving up that flawless face we came to love during her amazing starring role in the movie "Belle".  Now, the 31-year-old English actress is gearing up for the premiere of the romantic drama Beyond the Lights.  And she's caught the eye of ELLE magazine.

Gugu has been named one of the 2014 Women In Hollywood honorees.  And she's gracing one of the November covers with sheer beauty.

She'll be recognized Monday at the magazine's awards event at the Four Seasons Los Angeles hotel in Beverly Hills.  And the issue will be on newsstands Tuesday.

 

 

Extras:

1.  Folks have lots to say about Snoop's apology to Iggy Azalea.  And we co-sign these sentiments.  STORY

 

Photos: Getty/ELLE

YBF KIDS: Shai Moss In Her Daddy Bow Wow's Shoes + Lakers Star Wesley Johnson TAKES THE KIDDIES To Mr Bones Pumpkin Patch

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In YBF kids, we've got the adorable Shai Moss in Bow Wow's shoes (as he plans a wedding) and NBA baller Wesley Johnson picking pumpkins with kids.  More inside...

 

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Little Shai Moss has some big shoes to fill.  She's the daughter of rapper/tv personality Shad Moss (aka Bow Wow) and he snapped a pic of her in his closet.  Clearly she's a daddy's girl...we know how the fellas can get when it comes to their sneaker fetishes...and folks touching their stash.

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Adorbs.

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We hope Shai gets along with Shad's alleged fiancee Erica Mena.  Because this wedding, or whatever, is full speed ahead.  Bow recently confirmed that the wedding is going to happen in 2015. 

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SIDEBAR:  We're sure that reception is going to be...interesting.

 

Also...

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Everybody hit the pumpkin patch this weekend it seems.   LA Lakers forward Wesley Johnson was spotted at Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch with his fiancee Melissa and their kids yesterday.  Their twins Wesley Jr. and Santana are adorable. 

Wesley seems to fly under the radar on the Lakers, but since we love to see the pro athletes with their families, we'll take it.

 

 

Photos via WENN/Shad Moss' Instagram

DO WE LOVE IT: Diggy Simmons "Honestly"

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Diggy Simmons returns to the music scene with "Honestly."  Listen to it inside...

Diggy Simmons, who made a big splash in 2011 as part of XXL's Freshman Class, is back with a heartfelt ballad, "Honestly." On the new track, Diggy opens up his heart to his girl and reveals how much he needs her in his life.

The song is expected to appear on his forthcoming sophomore album. Fans of Diggy can also watch him with Teyana Taylor in BET’s upcoming scripted series “The Start Up.”

 

Do we love it?

 

 

 

Photo via Diggy's Instagram 

SHOWING LOVE: Kevin Hart SNAPS Pics With Some Kiddies + Rihanna HUGS Fans Before Hitting The Studio

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Kevin Hart and Rihanna showed mad love to their fans over the weekend. Peep their photo-ops inside…..

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The Wedding Ringer star Kevin Hart loves the kids.

Although Kevin was hard at work on the set of a movie he’s working on in L.A., that didn’t stop the comedian from snapping pics with some kiddies. 
 

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Cuteness overload. Love her little tutu!

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Not only did he make these little fans’ day, Kevin also helped out another fan. You may or may not have heard of the woman who lost her job after snapping a selfie with the comedian.

National Car Rental driver Genish Bradley-Souglas fanned out when she spotted Kevin Hart at the airport. She pulled her bus over at LAX (leaving passengers on the bus & making an illegal turn), hopped off and snapped a selfie with the Ride Along 2 actor. When her job found out what happened, they suspended her. Kevin got word of her suspension and made a video asking her employer to give her pass. Here’s what he said:
 

 

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I'm asking "National Rental Car" to please give Ganesha Douglas a pass. She has learned from her mistake. She nor I intended for this to happen. #LoveMyFans

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And it worked! National Car Rental reinstated her and she's back on the road. Nice!

 

Over in NYC....

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Rihanna is loving pink coats these days. After downing a bottle of wine over dinner alone a few days ago, the Pop princess was spotted making her way to dinner at Nobu in NYC rocking a pink fur coat and Timbs with her friends.

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Hair was a little wild, but she pulled it together.

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Before hopping in her ride to make her way to the studio, she stopped to give hugs to some of her adoring fans:

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Sweet! Rih is putting the finishing touches on her upcoming eighth studio album tentatively titled R8. And we hear RiRi plans to drop a new single in the coming weeks.

 

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CLAPPING BACK: Serena Williams SLAMS Russian Tennis Chief For His "Sexist And Racist" Joke

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Serena Williams clapped back at a Russian tennis exec who joked that she and sister Venus should be dubbed "The Williams Brothers."  Find out what she said inside...

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Serena Williams, who holds a record 18 Grand slam titles, has made headlines around the globe after responding to a joked she deemed "sexist and racist."

In case you missed it, Shamil Tarpischev, the head of the Russian Tennis Federation, appeared on a Russian talk show "Evening Urgant" alongside former Olympic singles champion Elena Dementieva who was asked what it was like playing against the Williams sisters. Before Elena could respond, Shamil piped in calling Serena and Venus the 'Williams brothers' and adding 'It's scary when you really look at them."

Although the comments were made in Russian, a quick translation let folks around the world know that he was being a jackass!  And Shamil didn't get away with it! He was slapped with a one-year suspension by the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) and ordered to pay a $25,000 fine. But it didn't end there....

Serena (shown above with Caroline Wozniacki at a WTA gathering at the Marina Bay Sands hotel in Singapore) spoke out about the Shamil's comments yesterday during a press conference for the start of the WTA Tour Finals,

'I think the WTA did a great job of taking (the) initiative and taking immediate action to his comments. I thought they were very insensitive and extremely sexist as well as racist at the same time. I thought they were in a way bullying.  But the WTA and the USTA (U.S. Tennis Association) did a wonderful job of making sure that -- in this day of age, 2014 for someone with his power, it's really unacceptable to make such bullying remarks"

And Serena got a co-sign from Russian tennis player Maria Sharapova, who chimed in, "I think they were very disrespectful and uncalled for and I'm glad that many people have stood up, including the WTA, It was very inappropriate, especially in his position and all the responsibilities that he has not just in sport, but being part of the Olympic committee.'

Following the worldwide backlash, Shamil released an apology via Russia's tennis federation saying,

"Serena and Venus (Williams) are without doubts outstanding athletes. The situation that has spontaneously emerged during the late night chat show had a bad influence on the perception of tennis in general and splits our friendly and cohesive team. I'm sorry that the joke which was taken out of context and attracted so much attention."

Outside of the distractions, Serena is set to play against Ana Ivanovic today, telling reporters,"I wasn't sure if I would be able to make it to this tournament. "But I'm here, and I'm really -- I feel better than I did obviously in China. I am just getting better every day hopefully."

We sure Serena has put Shamil's comment (or as he phrased it "joke") behind her and will have a great match today. Good Luck Serena!

 

Watch Serena's comment here:

 

Photos via Serena Williams Instagram

MAGAZINES: Nicki Minaj POSES With Poodles For GQ, Explains “Anaconda” Video Is About CONTROL + Lenny Kravitz Talks Having More KIDS In UPTOWN

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On newsstands, Nicki Minaj posed with some poodles and dished on the controversial “Anaconda” video in GQ while Lenny Kravitz discussed wanted more kids in  UPTOWN magazine.  More inside...

After sexing up L'Uomo Vogue in menswear, Nicki Minaj is gracing the pages of another magazine. The “Anaconda” raptress posed it up in between two pink and blue-died poodles in a sultry cut-out white top, her lady lumps on full display, and hip hugging blue pencil skirt for the November 2014 issue of GQ magazine.

As she gears up for the release of her third studio album, The Pinkprint, Nicki chops it up with GQ (barely since she dozed off at least four times during the interview) about her rump-shaking “Anaconda” video which she says is more about women keeping the power and control. Oh…

YMCMB’s first lady opens up about the scene with her chopping up a banana right before her lap dance with Drake saying,

"At first I'm being sexual with the banana, and then it's like, 'Ha-ha, no.' " I ask if she's referring to how the Drake scene immediately follows the kitchen scene. "Yeah, that was important for us to show in the kitchen scene, because it's always about the female taking back the power, and if you want to be flirty and funny that's fine, but always keeping the power and the control in everything."

 

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Also in the video, there are a few products placed for advertising which actually seem a little out of place. She had her Beats by Dre speakers imprint, her Myx Fusions Moscato, a Victoria's Secret bra, some Air Jordans and a "teatox" drink called MateFit. Weird right? Well, there’s actually a method behind her madness. Money, of course! She said,

"My management team has a division that has a guy that his main focus is to go out there and find new brands for me to do business with or to find brands that would like to be in our videos and contribute to our budget.”

And about the "Anaconda" coverart that almost broke the Internet with countless mems:

"I just said I'll put it out, never thought in a billion years that people would be putting [other] people's heads on it. It's the craziest sh*t."

Read Nicki’s full interview here. GQ’s November issue hits newsstands Oct. 28th.

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A snake, sequin blazer and Lenny's pecs= one sexy a** cover.

Rockstar Lenny Kravitz put his grown-man good looks on the cover of UPTOWN’s Oct/Nov issue. And we’re literally drooling over how the eligible bachelor is making 50 look so damn good.

The iconic guitarist (who dropped his newest album STRUT recently) opened up about the possibility of having more children, getting married again, his love for designer digs by Saint Laurent and his future. Below are the highlights:

On having more children, and what his daughter 25-year-old Zoë Kravitz offered:
"I would like to do it again. That’s the way I feel, but when I bring it up [Zoë’s] like, ‘Slow down. Slow down. I can have kids. Slow down.’ So I don’t know if she’s too keen on it."

On getting married again after dating starlets and supermodels:
"I’m waiting. It’s coming. It isn’t a far-off thing anymore."

 On his love of fashion, specifically Saint Laurent:
"What I like are clothes that are classic rock and roll. Saint Laurent has that retro inspiration but its cleaned up and made into modern fashion. Their clothes fit my silhouette. They’re clothes that feel like me."

Reflecting on the deaths of his mom and dad:
“I thank God every day for my health. [Health], for me, is where it begins and the rest is gravy. Also [I’m thankful] for being disciplined. As they say in the Bahamas, there are a lot of talented people living under the bridge. A lot of folks driving cabs, fishing and working in the streets can act and sing better than people getting Oscars and Grammys."

On his future:
"I feel like whatever I’m supposed to do or get or achieve will happen, and what’s not mine is not mine to have. My grandfather used to tell me when I was a kid, 'Nobody can take anything away from you that is yours.' He also used to say, 'the best is yet to come.'"

True indeed.

Peep the rest of his spread below:

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Hot.

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ON THE SET: Big Sean HITS THE FIELD For The "IDFWU" Shoot With COACH Kanye West, Tyrese, Larenz Tate & More + Mama Dee's "I Deserve" (VIDEO)

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Kanye West, Larenz Tate, Tyrese, and DJ Mustard were spotted on the set of Big Sean's "IDFWU" video recently. See pics from the set inside and watch Mama Dee's "I Deserve" video...

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In the game of love, Big Sean is a quarterback!  Over the weekend, he suited up and hit the field for a football-themed shoot for "IDFWU" starring DJ Mustard (above) who produced the track with Kanye West.

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"IDFWU" was shot on the College of the Canyons football field in Santa Clarita, California last night with the producer Kanye West appearing as the coach of Big Sean's team. Hmm...seems about right since he's always running -ish.

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Actor Larenz Tate was seen standing on the sidelines with Tyrese during the filming.  We're not sure what role the trio will play in the video but we'd love to see them in a locker room scene. 

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Also, radio personality Big Boy will appear as a sports commentator. 

 

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Speaking about the video, Big Sean, who's found love with Ariana Grandetold MTV News, “Everybody got people they don’t F with man, people they don’t mess with, so as soon as it came out tons of people were relating to it.”

 

 

In new music videos... 

 

LAHH ATL star Mama Dee has released a visual for her Benzino-produced single "I Deserve."  The clips stars her son Lil' Scrappy and granddaughter Imani.  In the Todd Uno-directed clip, we watch Mama Dee bury a loved one (who also cut her out of the will via disinheritance) and spend her time giving to the less fortunate.  Luckily, no teeth were lost or dislodged during the filming of the video.  Enjoy.

 

 

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SPEAK ON IT: Police Descend On Keene State College Students After Pumpkin Riot…Raises Racial Questions When Compared To Ferguson Protests

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A huge riot broke out at Keene State College over the weekend but the police response was VERY different when compared to the Ferguson protests.  It raises many questions. Speak on it inside….

On Saturday, thousands of students and visitors from afar (majority white) gathered for the annual Keene Pumpkin Festival at Keene State College in New Hampshire. But ish quickly got out of hand, leaving many of the festivalgoers injured and arrested after police dressed in riot gear fired off tear gas on the students who rampaged the streets of the small New Hampshire community.

The violent riots went early into Sunday morning as unruly students flipped over cars, uprooted street signs, turned over dumpsters, started fires and raided the streets with mayhem. At one point, witnesses say some rioters were even throwing bottles and other objects at authorities.

Police got suited in SWAT gear before dismantling the chaotic scene with tear gas and pepper spray. And now it’s raising questions about race when compared to how the police in Ferguson responded to peaceful protesters after the shooting death of unarmed teen, Michael Brown.

After images of the disturbance in New Hampshire hit social media, people were quick to compare the two:

 

Peep what transpired below:

 

So protesters in Ferguson were tear gassed, had rubber bullets shot at them and were forced to leave the protesting site after gathering for a peaceful protest. Months later, white college students wreak havoc over pumpkins before police tear gas them…..

SPEAK ON IT!
 

 

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IS HE TAPPIN THAT? Nick Cannon Takes ROLLERCOASTER Ride With Amber Rose, Says "I'm Not Creepin" + Tyga ON EUROPEAN TRIP With Kylie Jenner, DENIES Relationship

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Nick Cannon and Tyga are both members of the Single Men's Club..so they say.  Get the latest on their denials and shenanigans inside...

Friday evening, Nick Cannon visited Knot's Berry Farm Amusement Park with Amber Rose where the two sat together in the front car of one of the park's rollercoasters (above). Sounds like a date right? WRONG. At least that's what he said.

This isn't the first time Nick (or Amber) have shot down rumors that they're dating...but at least he's clever. TMZ caught up with him and asked about the rumors (see video below) and Nick told the photographer that they're not dating.  Then, he switched it up and asked the photographer if he'd be out at an amusement park with someone he's creepin' with? Hmmm....good point or Jedi mind trick? You decide.

 

Onto another single man:

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Tyga is not dating Kylie Jenner...at least NOT in the United States.  Now...this one gets a little tricky because Tyga is 24-years-old and Kylie is 17 (which is actually closer to age 28 in Kardashian/Jenner years). 

Anyway... TMZ reports that Tyga and Kylie were spotted together England's Gatwick Airport on Friday and after that, they were spotted in Bordeaux, France then Geneva, Switzerland then they flew to Athens, Greece for his Sunday night concert. Umm....sounds like a date? Romantic European vacation? Or maybe just fun travels with a hot rapper who just happens to be on tour?

Neither of them is saying anything because IF they were messing around, it's sorta illegal in CAlifornia where the age of consent is 18. However....they could legally "get it in" in Europe. Here's the age of consent breakdown (via TMZ):

England -- 16
France -- 15
Switzerland -- 16
Greece -- 15

So....for all USA press purposes, we're sure he's not tappin it! However, the press in Europe may tell a different story. If they do...we'll let you know. In the meantime, you can see pics of them together in Europe here.

 

 

 

 

Photos via Tyga's Instagram/Nick's Instagram

NEW PROJECTS: Tyra Banks & Chrissy Teigen To Host New Talk Show “The F.A.B.” + Deets On Will Packer’s “Female Buddy Cop” Show Coming To NBC

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Tyra Banks and Will Packer have new projects in the works. Find out what they’re working on inside….

Since announcing her brand new cosmetics line, supermodel Tyra Banks has more exciting news. The Harvard Business School graduate will be returning to daytime TV as a talk show host for a brand new lifestyle show “The F.A.B.” (Fun And Beautiful). This will be Tyra’s second daytime syndicated show, following her five season run of "The Tyra Banks Show".

Not only will she hosting the L.A. based show, but she also serves as the executive producer. She will be joined by John Legend’s wife Chrissy Teigen (former model and foodie), Editor in Chief of Yahoo Style Joe Zee, interior design professional Lauren Makk and do-it-yourself YouTube guru Leah Ashley as co-hosts.  

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According to Deadline, Tyra will moderate the panel of lifestyle experts who also will bring in celebrities, Internet influencers, experts and everyday people. They plan to discuss topics ranging from fashion and beauty, food and design, doing it yourself and even starting a business.

The brand new show was cleared by Disney-ABC and is expected to premiere in fall 2015. Hmm...looks like "The Real" will be getting some daytime competition soon. Will you be tuning in?
 

And on another show....

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Blockbuster hit maker Will Packer has a brand new project in the works. Will has been knocking it out the park with his hit-making movies, producing seven number one films in the last four years, and he's NOT stopping!

Since selling the show “Like Father, Like Son” (based on his life experiences) to NBC, "The Wedding Ringer" producer  has sold ANOTHER show to NBC. Currently, the show is untitled, but the hour-long “dramedy” will be about two female LAPD homicide detectives whose lives are even messier than the crime scenes they investigate.
 

Interesting.

 

Photos: Tyra's IG

Beyonce POSES It Up In Front Of The London Eye + FSU Marching Band Does “Single Ladies” Tribute During Halftime

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Beyonce is still flossing in London. And of course, she’s looking hot. Also, Florida State University’s marching band nailed Bey’s “Single Ladies” routine during their halftime performance. Check it inside…

Beyonce is on her flawless ish in London. And she’s slaying, per usual.

After dining with her hubby Jay Z and singer Adele earlier this week, the “Flawless” one got on her model behavior, posing it up outside with the London Eye ferris wheel as her backdrop.
 

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During some down time, Mrs. Carter took the photoshoot to her terrace overlooking the city in a sexy high-slit black skirt and white crop top. And she's still rocking her new bangs she debuted recently.

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In an outfit-of-the-day mini shoot, the “Blow” singer flossed in a Balenciaga printed top and mini skirt accessorized with a Moynat & Pharrell Williams train clutch. The superproducer teamed up with the French bag/luggage maker to create a line of locomotive shaped bags.

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And she posted up this close-up shot of her in that super short StyleStalker "Love On Top" romper that she wore while out on the town with Jay and Adele. Hot.

Speaking of Bey....

Florida State University’s marching band hit the field for their halftime performance against Notre Dame on Saturday. And guess what track they decided to get down to? Bey’s “Single Ladies”! They also rocked out to Destiny’s Child “Survivor” and Bey & Hov’s “Crazy In Love."

We’re convinced this is what sealed the deal for the Seminoles with a win against the Fighting Irish (31-27). Watch them work in both videos.
 

Photos: Beyonce.com

Tamar Braxton SHADES Kenya Moore On "WWHL", Kenya SNAPS And TWIRLS Back + L'OREAL Acquires Carol's Daughter

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Tamar Braxton threw some shade at Kenya Moore on "WWHL" last night and Kenya quickly fired back.  See the dramatics inside and get the deets on L'Oréal getting acquired by Carol's Daughter.

In case you missed it, Tamar Braxton appeared on Bravo's "WWHL" last night and Andy Cohen asked her about Kenya Moore's "Gone With The Wind Fabulous" single. Tamar came back with, “She sings?” I didn’t know that was a serious record. No shade.”

When asked directly about Kenya, she said “She’s not my favorite..My favorite is NeNe."  She then gave a "disgusted" look and added, "Something about the thirst of it all...the whole pageant thing.”

Shots fired....and Miss USA was not pleased. 

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Actually...she was #unbothered (which translated into "not pleased").  Then she came for Tamar's edges...

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Then she came for Tamar's new face....

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Smh......Play nice ladies!

  

In other news...

 

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Earlier today in NYC, L’Oréal USA announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Carol’s Daughter. Created by Lisa Price in 1993, the beauty brand had net sales of US $27 million in the past 12 months!

Lisa Price celebrated the sale saying,

“I have worked hard for the past 21 years nurturing my brand and am thrilled that we will have a new home with L'Oréal USA. L’Oréal has a proven track record of helping established companies achieve their full potential while staying true to the core of the brand and they have an understanding of the future of multi-cultural beauty. I could not be more proud to begin this next chapter of the Carol's Daughter brand with them. I know that my mother (Carol) is smiling as well.”

Frédéric Rozé, President and CEO of L’Oréal USA. added,

“Carol’s Daughter possesses an expertise in the multi-cultural consumer segment, a rapidly expanding market that represents an important growth opportunity in the beauty industry,” said “This acquisition will enable L’Oreal USA to build a new dedicated multi-cultural beauty division as part of our Consumer Products business, and strengthen the company’s position in this dynamic market.”

Congrats to Lisa and her team.

 

Photo via Bravo/Kenya Moore's Twitter/Carol Daughter FaceBook

 

THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME: Teyana Taylor Returns To Harlem For A Funky "ELLE" Photoshoot

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Teyana Taylor returned to Harlem to model the latest fall fashions for ELLE Magazine.  See the pics inside...

Harlem-native Teyana Taylor went back to where it all began for the latest issue of ELLE Magazine.  The 23-year-old posed at some of her favorite landmarks--like Rucker Park and the Big L mural--in some cute new looks.  The “Maybe”singer modeled fall looks from Alexander Wang, Coach, Ellery Maryfair and Calvin Klein.

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Inside the mag, Teyana proves why she's everyone's favorite around-the-way girl as she talks about her love of high fashion, fast food and sneakers. 

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The G.O.O.D. Music diva is gearing up for the release of her debut album VII (NOVEMBER 4TH) which features the tracks "Do Not Disturb" and "Business."

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Loving this shot.  She sings, she dances, she models and she acts.  Fans of Teyana will be able to catch her on the upcoming BET scripted series "The Start Up" with Diggy Simmons (due this fall).

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There's one frontier we have yet to see Teyana tackle...workout DVDs.  We can't imagine why she hasn't decide to get into the fitness realm yet.  She may give Kelly Rowland and Jeanette Jenkins a run for their money. 

 

 

 

Photos via Katie Friedman/ELLE

Amber Rose CELEBRATES Her 31st Birthday With Chris Brown, Kae, Nelly, Miss Jackson, Blac Chyna & MORE At A Halloween Costume Bash

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Amber Rose turns 31 today! And last night, she partied it up at a creepy, hocus pocus Halloween bash as Peggy Bundy with her friends Chris Brown, Karrueche, Nelly, Miss Jackson, Eva Marcille, Blac Chyna and more. Peep their spooktacular pics inside…

 

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BOO!

“School Dance” star Amber Rose was ready for a frightening good time last night to bring in her 31st birthday. The budding actress got dressed as a “zombie” Peggy Bundy from the classic sitcom “Married With Children”. And she pretty much nailed it.

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Creepy!

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Donning a animal print cat suit, red wig and pumps, Amber partied it up with ghoulish guests Chris Brown, his girlfriend Karrueche Tran, Nelly, his new boo Miss Jackson, Eva Marcille, Blac Chyna and more.

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Top model chick Eva came to party as Little Red Riding Hood as she posed it up alongside a “pregnant” EJ King and the birthday girl. Ha!

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Amber made her rounds snapping pics with friends.

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X singer Chris Brown and his girlfriend Kae were there to party at Amber’s bloody bash. Kae got suited in a vampy bunny costume with black bunny ears, while her boo kept it simple in regular clothes.

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We see you Breezy.

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And look who else came out to party....

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Nelly! He posed it up with Blac Chyna's mm Shalana.  And he's currently filming for his new reality show coming to BET, "Nellyville". Wonder if the cameras were rolling.

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And he brought along his current boo Shantel "Miss Jackson" Jackson. These two have been kicking it hard...in the public eye lately, unlike his previous relationships.

 

And always one to up the slutty Halloween costume factor:

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Blac Chyna slipped into a see-through one piece as a provocative nun. Oh...

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Days ago, she posted up a pic of herself and her ex(?) Tyga snuggling. And the next day they celebrated their son King's 2nd birthday together.  But yesterday, reports surfaced that the 24-year-old rapper was spotted across the pond in Europe with 17-year-old Kylie Jenner!

Mmhmm….

 

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Kae and Blac Chyna showed off their shoe game as they posed with friends.

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Fun times. Happy Birthday Amber!

 

Photos: Splash News/ @ejking21/@chynaalaurenlove/@didntinviteme


SPOTTED: Rihanna Takes A Few Meetings, DINES OUT In NYC + Ashanti BARES Her Midriff Around Town For Christmas Album Promo

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Rihanna and Ashanti were both spotted out and about in New York City handling their business.  Check out their sidewalk catwalk inside..

 

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Rihanna looked like a Boss as she strutted out of an office in midtown Manhattan yesterday in a pair of zebra-patterned kitten heels, black tights and some pretty "smart" looking glasses.

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The 2014 CFDA Fashion Icon winner may be on trend to start something new for the fall.  She rocked an interesting pair of blue and pink leather gloves which she paired with her Chanel clutch.  Only Rihanna.....

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Rihanna's business meeting may have involved her latest fragrance, Rogue MAN.  You'll recall, she created a new scent for men (in stores now), and  sexy mode Daniel Ness stars in the ads.

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After her meeting, RiRi ditched the glasses and headed back to her favorite NYC eatery Da Silvano Restaurant. We wonder if she downed another bottle of wine - alone?

 

Also in New York City...

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Ashanti stepped out in a midriff baring number from the For Love And Lemons line paired with a pair of Giuseppe Zanotti booties and accessories from Pristine Jewelers. 

The Braveheart diva had just wrapped up a promo appearance on Arise 360 for her latest single, "Early In The Morning" featuring French Montana and her 2013 Christmas album "A Wonderful Christmas With Ashanti."

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Before she landed in NYC for the Def Jam 30 concert a few days ago, she celebrated her 34th birthday in the Turks & Caicos.  Chick is still living the life...with good curves and good clothes.


Photos via Splash News/FameFlynet/hadiiyabarbel's Instagram

G.O.O.D. PARTY: Teyana Taylor CELEBRATES Her "VII" Album Release With Kanye & Kim, Chris & Karrueche, Nelly, Big Sean & More

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Teyana Taylor celebrated her debut disc VII with a star-studded listening party that included Kanye & Kim, Big Sean, Nelly and Chris and Karrueche.  See their photos inside...

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The number 7 is the considered the number of completion and after many years in the industry, Teyana Taylor was finally able to celebrate the completion of her debut album, the aptly named VII, on Kanye West's G.O.O.D. Music imprint last night.

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An intimate listening party was held at the Siren Studios in LA, where guests walked through a breezeway cloaked in red before entering the dramatic soundstage donning the album's VII logo.

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The event was produced by MVD Inc and DONDA and Michael B. Jordan, Terrence Jenkins and Duane Martin (not pictured) were among the celebs who attended.

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Kanye was on hand to "toast" Teyana and her accomplishments and to offer a few words to the crowd.  We're sure those "words" included a mini rant about his own creativity as he rarely misses an opportunity to remind us that he's a genius. 

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Big Sean was also among the hip hop A-listers who came out to celebrate with Teyana.  Recently, Teyana donned a cheerleader's outfit for Big Sean's "IDFWU" video (see pic below).

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Kanye brought along his wife, Kim K. who posed alongside one of the industry's OTHER most talked about couples, Chris Brown and Karrueche Tran.

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The fellas shows off their grills and pearly whites. 

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And KT also posed with Mrs. Kardashian West.

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Karrueche posted a loving message to Teyana on Instagram saying, "My boo thang @teyanataylor Congrats on everything! You deserve it all.. You are forever a friend of mine.. You were there for me when I needed you and I will always be here for you Love you".

Well isn't that sweet...

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"Real Husbands Of Hollywood" star Nelly was also there to celebrate Teyana's album.

 

BONUS:

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We're not totally sure, but it seems Teyana will be in her labelmate Big Sean's upcoming "IDFWU video" (which also stars Kanye, Big Boy, E-40 and DJ Mustard).  She tweeted, "I know ima handful but that's what u got two hands for..."

Oh...

 

 

Photos via Chelsea Lauren/Teyana's Twitter/Karrueche's IG

Kerry Washington, GuGu Mbatha-Raw, Tessa Thompson & More Get FAB For The ELLE Women In Hollywood Awards

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Both Kerry Washington& GuGu Mbatha-Raw showed up to last night's ELLE Women In Hollywood Awards rocking hot Calvin Klein Collection looks.  Check out the ladies inside, plus who else was there for the fab occasion...

 

 

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Well, hello there beautiful!  Kerry Washington didn't disappoint at last night's big event in Hollywood: ELLE's 21st Annual Women In Hollywood Awards show.  The "Scandal" star showed up at the Four Seasons hotel with her hair tied back rocking a sexy Calvin Klein Collection side-zip dress.

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Hot.

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She caught up with her "Scandal" co-stars Katie Lowes and Bellamy Young, who rocked a fab Talbot Runhof dress that we're loving.  P.S.  Mr. President--aka Tony Goldwyn--was also in attendance.

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And Kerry posed it up with fab Dear White People star Tessa Thompson.

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One of the honorees of the night, GuGu Mbatha-Raw, showed u in a light coral knit dress by Calvin Klein that perfect for the occasion:

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The Belle star and Beyond The Lights star looked gorgeous as always.

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She posed it up with her fellow Women In Hollywood honorees like Jennifer Garner and more.

 

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And "Revenge" star Ashley Madekwe rocked an LBD with a gold pop from the Calvin Klein Collection for the occasion.

 

 

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VIDEO: Keyshia Cole Hits The Beach With Daniel Gibson Jr. In "Remember (Part 2)" + Chief Keef DROPPED From Interscope, CONFIRMS Via Twitter

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Little Daniel Gibson Jr. co-stars with his mommy, Keyshia Cole, in her new video "Remember (Part 2)".  Watch the video inside and see Chief Keef's confirmation that Interscope dropped him!  

For her "Remember (Part 2)" video, from the Point of No Return disc (in stores), Keyshia Cole stars alongside her son Daniel Gibson Jr. where she picks up the pieces and deals with the end of a relationship (e.g marriage). 

Because we know about the messy breakup with her hubby Daniel Gibson, it's slightly painful to watch her sing about the divorce while on the beach with her son. SMH....the ballad of a single mom.  Your heart will go out to her and little Daniel.

If the goal was to tug on the heartstrings...mission accomplished! As she sing the words,

"All the things you said, I gotta get you out my head
Cause you're tryin' to make me believe
That you're the only one for me yeah
Something don't seem right though
Cause we argue all the time and we fuss and fight
It just don't seem worth it
Even though we have so much on the line
Family keeps tellin' me, it'll be okay one day
But it just don't seem right no
Do you remember?"

You will feel her pain....

 

 

In other music news...

 

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"I Don't Like" rapper Chief Keef has been dropped by Interscope.  The 19-year-old confirmed the news via Twitter by posting a text conversation he had with a friend.

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We guess the higher ups at Interscope don't mind a thug on wax, but a real thug who can't stay out of jail is just a liability.  He's been written off...

 

 

Photo via Chief Keef's Instagram

 

 

Fashion Designer Michael Costello RESPONDS To Racial Slur Accusations + Meagan Good & Chad Coleman To Star In “Law & Order: SVU” Domestic Violence Episode

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Fashion designer Michael Costello has issued a statement regarding the controversy following an Instagram post. He allegedly called a commenter the N-word and the screenshot has been making its rounds. Now, he claims someone simply has it out for him. 

Also, get the deets on Meagan Good and Chad Coleman joining "Law & Order: SVU" for a new episode on domestic violence. More inside…

“Project Runway” designer Michael Costello (who has created designs for celebs such as Beyonce, Ashanti and Tamar Braxton to name a few) is responding to racial slur allegations allegedly made by the designer responding to a commenter on Instagram.

A little backstory…. Budding designer Maxine James (creating looks for her Ellaé Lisqué line) took to Instagram recently to air out her frustrations upon learning Michael Costello allegedly stole her design. Apparently, Michael purchased a dress she designed and posted a picture of it on his IG without crediting her, passing it off as his own design.

In an IG post Maxine wrote (and deleted):

“When I received pymt from @mtcostello @michaelcostello a week ago I was lost for words… excited but a TAD confused … I called wubs like ‘wow my favorite designer just purchased a dress from me wow he wants a dress from little ol me?!’ Like this man makes dresses for freakin BEYONCE and he just bought a dress from me!” a week later This happens he literally bought my EXACT dress … Put it on HIS model took pictures in HIS showroom as if he designed this piece his self.

It’s so disheartening I couldn’t help but shed a tear… Him as a designer should know first hand how heart breaking it is for ppl to take something you worked so hard on …..It’s like why? Who does that? I mean we ALL get inspired from some where but it is completely unfair to take someone’s EXACT design and EXACT dress at that and claim it as your own…. @michaelcostello You are already a well-known designer you design dresses for TOP celebrities… Why would you do something so low?

I put so much into my brand … I eat sleep breath it… I paid for so many mistakes while making this design I went through so much to make it perfect …for it to fit perfectly… patterns..grading …cut… Production …photo shoots ALL OF THAT and you literally take my EXACT DRESS and claim it as your own … I tried to reach out to you and you block me ? Like seriously … It’s extremely disheartening I TRUELY did look up to you as a designer…you were one of my favorites….I hope this lasts you for a life time … because God will never continue to bless someone who does evil malicious things like this…. Period.”

And Michael Costello's sister Stephanie, who is also his creative partner, responded:

“There has been a recent accusation that MT Costello posted a picture on our Instagram account of a dress that was purchased from another designer. The image was later reposted by the same designer and included a caption stating we had bought the dress and were attempting to rebrand it as our own. As the co-designer of MT Costello, I feel it is important to address this matter and provide an explanation to all affected by the issue. I, Stephanie Costello, purchased the garment in question due to the apparent similarities between it and a gown that Michael Costello and I designed that was posted on social media over a year ago.

Regretfully, my emotions became involved when the dress arrived and, driven by frustration, proceeded to photograph the dress on a model in our showroom as a sarcastic and inappropriate attempt to expose the designer’s garment as a forged duplication of our own. I did not, nor ever intended to sell the item as a MT Costello product. As a business we take duplicated work very seriously as it affects our ability to support employees, interns and families. Michael and I work diligently on our gowns adding signature cuts and silhouettes unique to the MT Costello brand.

As designers we grow attached to our creations and I reacted emotionally before considering the effect it would have on the public and the brand. I realize that my attempt to expose the designer and the garment was extremely unprofessional and for that I apologize. I ask for your understanding and forgiveness for my emotionally driven reaction. I have learned a valuable lesson from this experience and fully intend to address similar situations in the future more professionally. Sincerely, Stephanie Costello.”

Fans started to criticize Michael for the alleged theft and that’s when Michael allegedly responded to a commenter, allegedly calling them a “n*gger” while name dropping Beyonce. He allegedly wrote:

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“Your Just probably a dumb n*gger defending her. I am royalty bitch! I dressed Beyonce! Who are they gonna believe!”

This definitely didn’t sit well with fans, so they bashed him for his alleged comment AND for stealing the other designer's design. Fans have been protesting on IG for Beyonce to boycott his designs. Even former model/John Legend’s wife Chrissy Teigen commented on the shadiness saying:

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Bloop!

Now, in an effort to clear his name, the couture designer has released a statement claiming the offensive screenshot of him allegedly using the n-word is fake! He claims it was photoshopped and he has never used racial slurs. He explained:

Recently, a falsified image has circulated depicting Michael Costello using a derogatory racial slur. The image was created using image editing software and in no way depicts the views of Mr. Costello. ​

“I have never used, and would never use, racial slurs,” Costello expressed. “The hurtful screenshot circulating is fake and does not represent my views on society, nor do I condone the use of such a terrible term. I have worked my whole life to further the cause of equality. Diversity is the very foundation that Michael Costello (the brand) was built upon. I am deeply upset and I am struggling to understand why someone would try to tarnish my reputation by creating a fake screenshot of me using a derogatory term.”

The image of concern was distributed by an Instagram account that has continually harassed and slandered Costello in an attempt to defame his character. His family, brand and employees have all fallen victim to attacks from the account. It is believed that a disgruntled intern, who is no longer employed with the company, created the account. “Fortunately, Instagram has been very cooperative in working with Mr. Costello to delete accounts created by the people who created the false picture and who are attempting to disseminate it,” said Neama Rahmani, Michael Costello’s attorney at West Coast Trial Lawyers.

“Mr. Costello and his attorneys will continue working with Instagram and the legal system to bring these cyber bullies to justice.” As our investigation in the matter continues updates with further information will be released. #michaelcostello

Hmm...who do you believe?

In television news...

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“Law & Order: SVU” loves depicting real life events in their series. And with all of the recent media attention surrounding professional football players being involved in domestic violence cases, it’s no surprise that they are visiting the topic…again.

Last month, “SVU” did an episode combining the Ray Rice incident, Donald Sterling fiasco and the Solange/Jay Z elevatorgate scandal into one episode. Now, for an upcoming episode, they will be portraying an ex-sports star turned reporter accused of assaulting his girlfriend.

TLAM2 star Meagan Good and “The Walking Dead” actor Chad Coleman will be starring in the November 19th episodetitled “Spousal Privilege.” Despite photographic evidence of the abuse, the case becomes complicated when the couple tries to keep the charges under the radar.

 ‘Spousal Privilege’ explores the personal and legal complexities of this intractable problem.  Will you be watching?

 

Photos: Getty/Michael's IG/@costello_mendez

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