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IT'S OVER! "106 & Park" Ends Daily Show On BET, Goes "Digital"

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That's a wrap for "106 & Park".  At least when it comes to it having a daily home on BET.  Deets inside on the network ending the show's 14-year-run inside...

We're not sure if it was that wisecrack about Blue Ivy Carter's hair that a writer fed to guest co-host Karrueche Tran recently, or if the show has simply run its course (or a little bit of both), but the end has come for "106 & Park".

The masses have been complaining for years now about the downturn of the show--from original hosts AJ & Free's exits to the original audience simply outgrowing the show.  And now, the network has announced the show is a wrap...on cable TV.  After the last show on December 19th, the show will move to BET's digital platform in some way.

America’s #1 music variety show on cable television “106 & PARK” will host its final daily on-air show December 19, 2014 concluding its impressive 14 year run. The “106 & PARK” brand remains strong and will continue to produce various specials throughout the year including its annual New Year’s Eve show, “106 & PARTY, ” along with live event experiences at the “BET Awards” and BET Experience. In 2015, we look forward to continuing its reign as the hottest hangout on one of the coolest digital platforms, BET.com.

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BET President of Music Programming, Stephen Hill, gushed about the last 14 years and posed the above pic saying,"About 5 minutes ago. @ajcalloway @missfreemarie #106&Park it's been a great run."

And he gave this statement:

AJ accepting Janet Jackson’s challenge to…dance. Bow Wow laying that kiss on Tyra Banks (or was it the other way around?). Free crawling around the set LIKE Catwoman WITH Catwoman Halle Berry. Julissa’s taking over Halloween as “Wonder Woman”. Keshia brilliantly bonding with First Lady Michelle Obama. Paigion flying around the world with Rihanna on a 777. Rocsi salsa dancing with Victor Cruz and putting him to shame. Shorty and Ms. Mykie’s killer rap “The History of Justin Timberlake”, visably thrilling JT himself. Terrence on the beat boxing while Jamie Foxx rhymed. Tigger making Tom Cruise do the of-the-moment “motorcycle dance”.

We all have our favorite moments from the show that has put youth culture on television daily since the first year of this century. We have pride in being involved with the show that has welcomed almost every movie star, music superstar, and fresh faced talent you can name (you can even throw in a First Lady). We’ve all laughed with and been entertained by the young men and women hosts that have charmed us at 6pm (and more recently 5pm) each weekday.

All of us have been touched by 106 & Park.

Now it’s time for 106 & Park, as a daily TV entity, to take a bow and exit.

It’s been a great 14 year run as America’s top music/variety show on cable. And now that very valuable brand is going to take its talents to the digital realm. The interactive brand you helped build, 106 & Park, is alive and well…and it’s moving to the space in which our audience NOW interacts with music the most; online. It’ll be very exciting to connect with the millions of people that are already engaged with 106 & Park and other BET digital and social media entities and bring content that will further evolve the 106 & Park brand…and enhance the overall BET Networks brand. As we transition to the digital space, we look to continue 106 & Park’s role as both a leader of and a mirror to youth culture. We’ll have more information to share about how that is to roll out very soon.

And 106 & Park will still have specials on BET. What’s a New Year’s Eve without 106 & Party? 106 & Park Presents: 106 & Party will be on-air to take our viewers into the beginning of the second half of this decade in a big way. And when it’s time for the BET Awards to come around, you can be sure that 106 & Park Presents: Live, Red and Ready will be ushering you into the show and that 106 & Park will be an integral part of the BET Experience.

I’m not trying to minimize it; this is a very big change. We thank all the people who have worked on the show over the years; the talented hosts, the hard-working staff, production crews, and all the incredible guests we’ve had. Most of all, we’d like to humbly thank the “livest audience”, both in studio and at home, who fueled this landmark TV show from the very beginning. Meet you in the digital domain.

106 & Park will have its final daily on-air show on BET on December 19th.

Onward and upward.

Well...

 

Photos: BET/Stephen Hill's IG


YBF KIDS: Roc & Roe Join Mariah On Stage In New Zealand + Willow Smith Goes Grey For Wonderland Magazine

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Mariah's twins Roc & Roe served up some cuteness at her concert in New Zealand, plus Willow Smith nabbed the WONDERLAND alternate magazine cover.  Check it all inside...

As Mariah carries on with her international Elusive Chanteuse tour, the diva mommy interrupted her New Zealand show yesterday to give the spotlight to Dem Babies.  Miss Monroe, who told the crowd her brother was "stinky", and Moroccan have no fear of the stage and flashing lights.  Truly the kids of showbiz stars.

Check out how the hilariously adorable exchange went down:

 

 

In other YBF Kids news:

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Willow Smith, who turned 14 just a couple weeks ago, is rocking the alternate cover of the November/December 2014 issue of Wonderland magazine.

"The Teen Dream" flossed her new grey hair and androgynous look for the trendy mag.  And we're loving it.

Willow's been dropping music whenever she feels like it--both solo and with her big brother Jaden--on her Soundcloud page.  And her sound is one we've come to love.

 

Photos: Wonderland/Mariah's IG, Video: @4everkathie

UH-OH: Pics From An ALLEGED Sextape Starring “BBW” Star Draya & An Alleged Ex-Boyfriend SURFACE!

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Well, it looks like another reality star might have a sextape on her hands. Pictures from an alleged sexual encounter between Draya and an alleged ex-boyfriend has surfaced. Decide if it’s really her inside….

After reuniting with her Dallas Cowboys beau Orlando Scandrick, “Basketball Wives L.A” star Draya has been seemingly happy in her love life. And when she’s not filming for the hit VH1 series, the mother-of-one (son named Kniko) has been steadily working on her swimsuit line, Mint Swim. Everything was seemingly going well in her life…that is until now.

Some very risqué photos of a woman and man intimately involved have hit the ‘net. And according to Hollywood Street King, the woman in the film is allegedly Draya and the man is her supposed ex-boyfriend.

We first heard about this alleged sextape back in 2011. Draya took to Twitter to ask her fans to pray for her and her family because someone was threatening to release a sextape involving her. She said only two people had possession of the flick and she was one of them, so if the tape leaked she knew he/she did it.  We wouldn't be surprised if it was actually the former.

Fast forward to a few weeks ago, an alleged ex of Draya’s, named David Miranda, filed a lawsuit against the reality star because he fears SHE is the reason the sextape could get leaked. According to TMZ, David is suing Draya in small claims court (in NYC) for loss of "private documents."

And here we are...the alleged leak has occured.

David claims the documents in question are the actual sextape(s). The two were allegedly involved with each other from Jan. 2011 to Sept. 2013, so there is a possibility there are more. We're not sure if the man in the photos is really David, since HSK reports it's a rapper named Vain Starrz. So maybe there are multiple tapes with multiple ex-boyfriends? *shrugs*

We're not posting the actual foolishness here, but check out the flicks and tell us if you think it is in fact Draya…here.
 

Guess her "hoe"ness can't be erased (if her) like she thought....

 

Photos: Draya's IG

BABY’S DAY OUT: North West ENJOYS Her First Taste Of Hot Chocolate After A FUN Day At The Zoo

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North West is out enjoying the toddler life. The cutie patootie enjoyed her first hot chocolate after an adventure at the zoo today. Peep her adorableness inside….

While mommy’s away, baby will play!

When she’s not donning the latest baby designer fashions or sitting front row during Paris Fashion Week, North West is living it up like any other toddler her age.
 

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Much to her delight, little Nori got her first taste of some hot chocolate while hanging out with her “aunties”/celebrity jewelers Lorraine Schwartz and Ofira Sandberg (above). She also muched on a few cookies as well. Yum! It’s getting colder outside, so this was the perfect little pick-me-up to warm up the small tot.

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Before indulging in her chocolately treat, Nori got bundled up for thr cold weather before exploring the animals and exhibits at the zoo with auntie Khloe Kardashian. And look, we caught an adorable (and rare) smile from North, showing off her teeth.

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And clearly, Kim was no where around when it was time to clothe her mini-me. Khloe is the one behind her entire today, with Nori in her tot-sized Yeezus Tour jacket, in which she captioned,"My little boo bear having a zoo day!!! I had to put her in #Yeezus gear!! Lol she's too cute!!!! " Cute!

 

 

EXTRAS:

We told you Nickelodeon actor Chris Massey and his family was going forward with criminal charges against Lil Twist after he (and some friends) allegedly assaulted him in the home he shares with his brother in L.A. And they weren’t bluffing!

An arrest warrant for Lil Twist (real name Christopher Lynn Moore) has been issued and he is being brought up charges of felony home invasion and robbery. According to Massey's attorney, Courtney M. Coates, Esq., “Chris is still recovering from the shock and injuries suffered after five men broke into his home, robbed, and assaulted him”. A full investigate by the LAPD has been launched and they are currently working to identify the other possible suspects. We'll keep you posted...

Photos: Kim's IG

Could Alfonso Ribeiro's Groin Injury Make Him LEAVE "DWTS"? + Sanaa Lathan Says She's NOT Dating Tyrese

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There's a chance that Alfonso Ribeiro may have to pull out of "DWTS"!  Find out why inside and see Sanaa Lathan shut down rumors that she's dating Tyrese

 

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Remember the night Alfonso Ribeiro pulled out "The Carlton Dance" on "DWTS"?  Well....he overexerted himself during the performance and reportedly pulled a groin muscle. Now, the injury he sustained during that moment may force him to leave "DWTS".  Here's the tea.....

According to TMZ, Alfonso injured his back, during rehearsal Wednesday night, while trying to overcompensate for the groin injury.  Now, he's having trouble walking!

Here at TheYBF.com, we've seen photos (that we can't post) of him entering and leaving his doctor's office today, following an MRI, and the pain was written all over his face. Doctors haven't told him to withdraw from the show...yet....but the next 48hrs are critical. Get well Alfonso!

Re-live the moment...

 

In other entertainment news...

 

While on the red carpet at this week's Beyond The Lights premiere in Hollywood, actress Sanaa Lathan made it very clear to Hip Hollywood that she's not dating Tyrese.  The rumors began after Sanaa posted a selfie from what appeared to be the home of Tyrese.  Luckily, for her male fans (and maybe a few female fans) she says she's single and looking.  Applications are welcomed....

 

Photos via Sanaa's Instagram/DWTS/ABC

FOOLYWANG MATERIAL: Detroit Woman ACCUSED Of Walking Out On Hairstylist Before PAYING For Her Weave!

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It’s the case of a weaveburglar...allegedly! A few hairstylists in Detroit claim a woman (above) is going around getting her hair done and then jetting out the door before paying! In one instance, she was so determined to get her free weave, she supposedly left her purse behind. No chill. Get the foolywang deets inside….

Yes her hair is laid...but she allegedly didn't pay for it!

Apparently, there is a hair thief on the loose in Detroit. So, the hairstylists she has stiffed are blasting her on Instagram.

So this is how chick (whose alleged name we won't reveal) executes her plan: She comes in for her appointment, gets her hair done and when it’s time to pay, she claims she has to go to the ATM machine to get additional cash to pay the full amount. Well, chick leaves...and never returns to pay!

And get this...according to one stylist, she allegedly left her purse and jacket behind! The stylist wrote:

 

She also posted the weaving process:

 

 

And apparently, this isn't the first time she went "on the run". Another stylist posted:

 

 

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Well, Ms. Bee's warnings didn't fall upon death ears. Detroit radio station HOT 107.5 heard about what happened and paid the young lady's debt!:

 

 

Goodmorning. I would like to thank everybody for their support and spreading the word about what happened to me. Wednesday night I prayed about it and let it go so I could positively get back to work Thursday Morning. God has really been working this situation out. I wish nothing bad on the young woman who is doing this. I hope she learns a lesson because stealing isn't cool at all. I Want to apologize to the other stylist this has happen to as well. I want to thank HOT 107.5 THE HEAT MORNING SHOW FOR CONTACTING ME THIS MORNING AND SUPPORTING ME THEY ALSO SAID THEY WOULD PAY JESSICAS DEBT GOD IS SO GOOD TO GOOD PEOPLE. I was working all day yesterday so I couldn't respond to the 1,000 ++++ messages, calls, emails etc. But TTTTHHHHHAAANNNKKKK YOU DETROIT AND EVERYBODY FOR STANDING UP FOR NOT JUST ME, BUT WHATS RIGHT & HAIR STYLIST AS A WHOLE. I LOVE YALL & APPRECIATE YALL

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Well that was sweet. Hopefully, this young lady learns her lesson (if true) before she rolls up on the wrong one...just sayin'.

 

Photos: @msbree_hairstyles/@giaswardrobe

FLASHBACK: 8-Year-Old Beyonce NAILS "Home" From "The Wiz"

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Even at the tender age of eight, Beyonce -- whose song "Haunted" is featured in the much talked about 50 Shades of Grey trailer -- took command of the stage like a true superstar.  Watch her angelic (and fully sequined) performance of "Home" from "The Wiz" inside....
 

As we anxiously await the arrival of the platinum editionBeyonce disc (in stores November 24th), we came across a YouTube goodie of 8-year-old Beyonce singing "Home" from The Wiz at The People's Workshop Talent Competition. 

The performance was recorded years before she'd transform into the leader of Destiny's Child, an international solo success and the reigning queen of pop music.  But even back then, performances like this foreshawdowed major success. Dressed as Dorothy, in a sequined dress (that we imagine Miss Tina created), little Sasha Fierce is singing "Home"....

 

 

 

 

I'M BANGING A BALLER! Chris Brown Helps Karreuche Tran Nab A Luxe West Hollywood Home + LAHH's Mally Mal COPS Nikki Mudarris A $250K Bentley

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In today's baller report, recent upgrades in the personal lives of Karrueche Tran and LAHH Hollywood star Nikki Mudarris show that it's beneficial to have a wealthy boyfriend.  Very beneficial.  Get the deets on their acquisitions inside....

 

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Karrueche Tran recently added a pic of herself sitting in the driver's seat of a Ferrari on Instagram, but the car isn't her most fabulous new item over the past few months (the car was likely just for a photoshoot anyway).   

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Spies in the LA area have noted that Karrueche Tran (shown above on a stroll through Beverly Hills yesterday) has upgraded to a phat crib in a super trendy area, the heart of West Hollywood.  TMZ notes that KT is paying $4,600K-a-month to lease the house, and Chris Brown's various Lambos are often spotted in the driveway (see pic here).

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While we're not suggesting that Chris is paying for the home (KT may be able to afford the home all on her own thanks to her lucrative club appearances), but having a celebrity man on her arm SURELY helps her rake in said lucrative appearances and gigs. Right?

 

In other purchases...

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LAHH Hollywood star Nikki Mudarris (atop) added a photo to Instagram from the driver's seat of her new $250,000 2014 Bentley Continental coupe.  Not sure if that mug is rented. We also couldn't name a Mally Mal song off the top of our heads even if money was at stake.

TMZ reports that the car was a gift from her boyfriend, Mally Mal, who also appears on the show. Hmmm....no wonder she and Masika fought over him. 

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Oddly, Nikki's Instagram is not chalked full of Mally Mal pics, but over on his IG, he posted a pic of Nikki (who apparently manages a bunch of strip cubs for a living) with the caption, "The Badest EVER on #LHHH !!! Hand delivered ➡️#mallymall⬅️...#dontpanic We just Gettin Started ..." 

SMH...sounds like true love.  Reality tv style....
 

 

 

 
 

 

Photos via Karrueche Tran Instagram/Nikki Mudarris Instagram/Splash


GIRL....REALLY? LAHH's Masika OFFICIALLY Speaks Out, DEFENDS Yung Berg Against Choking Claim + Hazel E SAYS Masika's Assault Was "Karma"

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LAHH Hollywood star Masika Kalysha is speaking out for the first time since her boyfriend, Yung Berg, was arrested for allegedly assaulting her. And she's defending him! Then...their co-star Hazel E (who really wants to be Berg's chick) jumps in the mix and says Berg's arrest and Masika's assault were karma! More inside...

 

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A few days ago, we all learned of the (semi) shocking arrest of producer Yung Berg, who was booked for "obstruction of breathing" in an alleged assault on his LAHH Hollywood co-star and girlfriend Masika. Although the "obstruction" count was dropped, he is still dealing with three assault and one harassment charges.

Now, for the first time, Masika is speaking out about the incident and what she says might shock you. Along the same lines as Janay Rice, Masika defends Berg and asserts that this was an isolated incident triggered by alcohol. Here's what she told S2S:

On speaking to Berg following the incident:

“My focus right now is him being better. The focus should not be on us being a couple right now. It’s best that we don’t communicate as we were.”

Defending Berg's assault:

“It was not an abuse situation. He did not attack me; he did not knock me out. He did not beat me up, none of that happened. He was very drunk. It was to the point where he didn’t really know his bearings. He needs to be focused on getting these charges dropped and getting the drinking under control.”

On rumors about the incident (which happened 17 hours after the reunion show taping):

“The stories were just erroneous...I feel like the only abuse issue that he has is alcohol abuse. I do feel like he has a drinking issue and that’s the issue at this time. It was not an abusive situation.”

On Mally Mal's desperate attempts to get casted on LAHH Hollywood:

“Everything Mally was doing was to try to convince me that he wanted to get married to get on the show,”

On her relationship with Berg being organic and NOT created for reality tv:

“This has been my friend for almost four years. He was literally the first person I met when I moved to L.A.. This is not a television relationship. Hazel’s relationship was fake. That was fake.”

On Hazel E. saying the assault was "karma"

“It’s just ridiculous. It just shows the level of class these women do not have. There are some really, sick twisted individuals…nasty, evil people who really have no home training.”

 

SMH....how could Masika say Yung Berg didn't attack her when police reports detailed her injuries?  Did the police, who weren't there until after the incident, make this up?

 

Then Hazel E gave HER thoughts on the arrest and assault...

 

If you watch "LAHH Hollywood", you'll recall that there's a backstory among Hazel, Masika and Yung Berg.  In spite of the love triangle and any misunderstandings, Hazel E's comments about Berg's alleged assault are shocking - whether she's friends with the folks involved or not. 

She sat down with VH1 and offered the observation that what Berg got (which was arrested) and what Masika got (which was choked) were deserved!  She said, “Karma is a bitch. Damn. God protects his angels.” 

Ain't no love in the heart of the city....


BONUS:

 

Watch the end of Hazel E and Yung Berg's friendship, or whatever you want to call it, above...

 

Photos via Masika's Instagram

Rihanna SWOOPS Into LAX In a Grey DKNY Hoodie Dress, Reportedly READIES 10 Tracks For Her 8th Studio Album

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Pop star Rihanna landed in LA last night as reports swirl that she's readying at least 10 tracks for her 8th studio album!  More inside...

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Nobody can rock a sweatshirt dress like Rihanna!  While we've become so accustomed to seeing Rihanna with her ta-tas on display, rocking couture gowns, and six-inch stilettos, the bad girl of fashion still loves to pull off an "around the way" girl outfit every now and then. 

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RiRi has been very busy the past few weeks. She's released a new ROGUE fragrance for men, saluted the troops at The Concert For Valor and she's putting the final touches on her eighth studio album.

We've been speaking about the untitled disc for a while now, and now there's news that she's got at least 10 tracks ready to go.

Dash Radio‘s DJ Skee revealed,"Last weekend in New York City, [Rihanna] took a couple Def Jam executives to a top secret location and played ten new records. So, that means she’s trying to put out a project to capitalize off the fourth quarter craziness.”  He added that one of the tracks may be named “I’ve Been Searching for Something to Ignite Me.”

And if you'd like a peek into Rihanna's creative process, she posted this:
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Are you ready for 10 tracks of "awesome"?

 

Photos via Rihanna's Instagram/Fame/Flynet

Hollywood Film Awards STYLE QUEENS: Janelle Monae In Kate Spade & Rubin Singer + J.Lo In Zuhair Murad

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Janelle Monae and Jennifer Lopez offered up plenty of gorgeousness to go around at last night's debut broadcast of the Hollywood Film Awards.  Check out the style quens inside. plus a few others....

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The super chic Janelle Monae was an electric lady in this white hot Kate Spade dress and black & white checkerboard Kate Spade clutch last night at The Palladium.   Ms. Monae walked the red carpet in her black strappy Jimmy Choo shoes rocking Kwiat earrings and Neil Lane rings, all topped off with her signature style hat by Gladys Tamez.

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The Cover Girl cutie posed it up with her Award, which she won for Best Song for "What Is Love" from the movie Rio 2.  We LOVE Janelle in a dress.

And she also rocked the stage in a remixed version of her usual black & white look:

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While still rocking her Gladys Tamez hat, she lit up the stage in Rubn Singer white pants and black & white printed top, with black Esquivel shoes.  Loves!

 

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And then J.Lo came to the stage to shut ish down.

 

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This sexy black & white Zuhair Murad dress with a sheer bodice served up everything we love.  And more.

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The upcoming The Boy Next Door star posed it up with host Queen Latifah and winner of the night Chris Rock, who's starring in the upcoming comedy Top 5.

Queen and Chris also looked great last night:

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Great looks on a night for movie champs.

 

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MOVIE (UN)FAB: Timbaland & Social Media Memes SWOOP Down On LIFETIME's “Aaliyah: Princess of R&B" + The Casting Director RESPONDS!

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LIFETIME's “Aaliyah: Princess of R&B" premiered last night and reaction was harsh! From Timbaland to Missy to Zendaya Colman - we've got a roundup of the funny responses...

 

For several months we followed LIFETIME's rocky road to the making of “Aaliyah: Princess of R&B."  Produced by Wendy Williams but panned by Aaliyah's family and friends, the flick debuted last night and the response on social media was FAR from positive. 

While Missy Elliott and actress Zendaya Coleman (who made headlines when she withdrew from the film) remained upbeat in their Twitter responses, hot shot producer Timbaland wasn't as nice.

From to Timbaland's funny videos to the hastags #AaliyahMovie, “#LifetimeDisrespectsAaliyah”, here's a sample of some funny social media reactions.  You'll note, folks were stuck on the terrible casting choices so we've included a response from casting director Traci Twinkie Byrd who said they'd "Dust themselves off and try again."  L

Let's start with Timbaland, someone who knew Aaliyah very well:

 

 

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Here's a sample of what popped off on social media:

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Black Hollywood was a bit kinder....

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In her defense....here's the casting director:

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The Benediction...

 
 
 

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Photos/video via Timbaland's Instagram/Twitter

SPOTTED: Nick Cannon & Zendaya Coleman At The 6th Annual Nickelodeon HALO Awards , Zendaya REVEALS Why She Won't Watch The Aaliyah BioPic

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Nick Cannon and Zendaya Coleman were spotted in NYC last night for the Nickelodeon HALO Awards.  See their red carpet pics inside and watch Zendaya's funny response to LIFETIME's Aaliyah biopic. 


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Hollywood starlet, Zendaya Coleman, who stars on the hit tv series "K.C. Undercover", was in Manhattan last night for Nickelodeon's sixth annual HALO Awards (honoring teens who make a difference in their communities).  Zendaya stepped out in in a patterned black and white dress which she topped off with a motorcycle jacket.

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It's a good thing Zendaya was on the red carpet and NOT on LIFETIME last night.  Zendaya was originally cast to star as Aaliyah in the widely-panned biopic "Aaliyah:  Princess of R&B" and fan reaction to the film was not positive.  

  

When Zendaya was asked about the film, she said she wouldn't be watching it because she's detached from the project (and she'd be on a plane).  But when she was informed that the movie wasn't great - her reaction is priceless!

Also at the awards...

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Media mogul Nick Cannon was also among the celebs who came out to honor teens making a difference. 

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Nick, who wore a black shirt and pants with an orange leather jacket, brought his mother Beth Gardner out as his date. He tweeted, "You're in for an awesome and inspiring show with this year's #HALOawards, tune in November 30th and see!"

 

 

Photos via WENN/FameFlynet/GETTY

BAD DAD? Dwight Howard Investigated And Cleared Of ALLEGEDLY Abusing Son Braylon, But Baby Momma Royce Reed Says CASE NOT CLOSED!

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Houston Rockets star Dwight Howard was cleared in a child abuse investigation involving his son Braylon, but his baby momma Royce Reed suggests there's more to the story and the case is still open.  More inside....

 

It's open season on athletes and the ways they choose to discipline their kids (seeAdrian Peterson) and Houston Rockets star Dwight Howard was recently caught in the crossfire.  Although TMZ reports that he's been cleared, we've recently learned that Dwight (shown atop with son Braylon, daughters Jahaziel and TaShanda) was investigated for abusing his son Braylon.

Law enforcement sources revealed to TMZ Sports that former "BBW" star Royce Reed brought 6-year-old Braylon, the son she shares with Dwight, to Children's Services in the Orlando, FL with bruises and abrasions on his leg, allegedly caused by a belt.

During an interview with authorities, Dwight confessed to whipping Braylon and his lawyers went on to file legal docs claiming he (Dwight) never caused marks, bruises, welts or injuries requiring medical treatment.

The case was CLOSED out by Children's Services (according to TMZ Sports) and no charges were filed against Dwight. But....Royce Reed woke up Sunday morning with a lot to say.  

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Royce and Dwight have been battling over custody of Braylon for years and this is just the latest in their legal battle. According to TMZ, last Wednesday, Dwight filed legal docs claiming Royce was an unfit mother.  His rep added, "

It's no coincidence that these false allegations were 'leaked' on the heels of Dwight filing for major custody of his son...It is troubling to see a mother use her son as a pawn against his father," and that Dwight will do "whatever is necessary to protect [the child's] welfare and best interests."

SMH....former professional cheerleader Royce is NOT one to sit on the sidelines so we're sure she'll respond to Dwight's legal team and his reps' accusations. We'll keep you posted....

 

Watch Braylon having fun with his dad:

 

Yaaaa

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U mad or naahhh

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Photos/video via Dwight's Instagram/Royce's Instagram

SOON TO BE MARRIED....DEETS From Solange & Alan Ferguson's Pre-Wedding Movie Night, Beyonce Attended Makeup-Free!

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The streets are buzzing about Solange's wedding to director Alan Ferguson (allegedly happening TODAY) and we've got pics from the couple's movie night festivities.  Find out what they viewed and see Beyonce sans makeup inside...

 

Today, 28-year-old singer Solange is set to marry 51-year-old director Alan Ferguson in New Orleans...or so we've heard.  The Knowles clan descended on the Crescent city Friday evening for a movie night, which is part of a long weekend of "marital" festivities.   

According to Indywood Cinema theatre in New Orleans, the couple rented out the entire place for a viewing of the 1975-Diana Ross classic "Mahoghany." Solange wore a cleavage-baring white gown while her sister, Beyonce, shocked the crowd, arriving makeup free (and without Jay Z or Blue Ivy).

The Indywood Cinema posted on Facebook, "Solange is getting married to a wonderful man on Sunday and they rented out the theater for a pre-wedding party. It was beautiful, they were beautiful, Diana Ross is beautiful, love is beautiful."

Following Friday evening's movie night, the couple hosted a rehearsal dinner on Saturday.

BONUS:

 

#TinaKnowles is on her fashion tip again. #Beyonce's mom just curated a collection of Holiday looks for @CacheStyle. Http://Beyonce.lk/cache Hit like if you're feeling her picks!#YBFStyleScoop

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Bey and Solange's mom Miss Tina has curated a new holiday collection.  Check it out on our Instagram @TheYBFDaily

 

 

Photos via ROLLING OUT's Twitter/TheYBFDaily


JUST MARRIED: Solange Knowles Ferguson Is BREAKING THE INTERNET With Her WEDDING PHOTOS!

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Solange wed her long time boyfriend Alan Ferguson today in New Orleans.  Her family and close friends were front and center (even Jay Z).  And the theme, the vibe and the pics are giving life to the lifeless.  Check out all the deets and pics inside...

Get into this slayage Solange Knowles Ferguson served up for her official wedding photos!  The singer/songwriter/mom/artist/style slayer shared her wedding pics,  shot by photographer Rog Walker, with VOGUE magazine.  And it's the perfect peek into her New Orleans wedding that is TOTALLY her.

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In group photos that look like pieces of artwork, big sis Beyoncé, mother Tina Knowles (who is really killing all right now),and Solange's close friends like Janelle Monae, are effortlessly flawless.  The family/friends wedding portrait was an ode to the work of Italian artist Vanessa Beecroft.

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Solange's gorgeous wedding look is pretty breathtaking.  The caped dress is by her friend and designer Humberto Leon, who designed the gown via Kenzo.  The look was topped off by arm bracelets by Jill for Lady Grey and Stuart Weitzman shoes.  Her new husband, 51-year-old Alan Ferguson, was dressed in Lanvin.

What was Solange's inspiration for it all?  She told Vogue today:

“Everyone I worked with on the wedding are friends who I love.  Everything was a labor of love.”

And this wasn't her only gorgeous look of the day.

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The Fergusons posted up on a romantic New Orleans balcony so style queen Solange could show off her change-up.  This caped white jumpsuit was created by french designer Stéphane Rolland, and we're totally drooling over it.

Beyoncé, brother-in-law Hov, niece Blue Ivy Carter, son Julez, Ms. Tina (and her man Richard Lawson) were spotted around the wedding looking fly as ever as well:

 

Gotta love the kids. #BlueIvy #Julez #TheCarters #SolangeWedding #KnowlesFergusonWedding

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Because we can't get enough of #Solange's caped perfection. #SolangeWedding #RideOutThenFergusons #YBFWeddings

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Check out all the pics over on our Instagram, @TheYBFDaily!

 

 

Photographed by Rog Walker/VOGUE

 

TALKING...BUT NOT TALKING: Bill Cosby SPEAKS, Says He WILL NOT Address Rape Allegations - EVER!

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With sexual abuse and rape allegations looming over his legacy, Bill Cosby has released a definitve statement (via his lawyers) saying he will not ever dignify the allegations with a comment. Read it inside....

 

It's a very precarious time for Bill Cosby.  On the one hand, he and wife Camille loaned their personal art collection to the Smithsonian (the exhibit began November 9th), Mark Whitaker published a fawning biography in September ("Cosby: His Life And Times") and his first comedy special in 30 years, "Laughter Is Universal" will air on Comedy Central on Nov. 23rd.  

On the other hand, past allegations of rape and sexual abuse resurfaced after comedian Hannibal Buress called him a rapist during one of his routines. Check our previous post about the allegations here.

Since then, one of Mr. Cosby's alleged victims, Barbara Bowman, published an essay in The Washington Post, titled "Bill Cosby raped me. Why did it take 30 years for people to believe my story?" and now another alleged victim, music industry publicist and journalist Joan Tarshis, has decided to share her own story of an alleged rape that took place in 1969.

What's most interesting is Mr. Cosby's "radio silence" on the matter.  When confronted about the allegations by journalist Scott Simon during a recent interview on NPR, Bill Cosby went silent. Pin drop silent. He never said a word! Until now.....

Through his lawyers, Bill Cosby released a statement saying he will NEVER address the allegations.

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Following the statement, Scott Simon tweeted his own response, noting that settling out of court DOES NOT discredit any of the allegations.

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With his refusal to acknowledge the 13 allegations (that are on record), has your opinion of Bill Cosby changed? 

 

SPEAK ON IT!

 

 

 

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Kenya Moore & Sherri Shepherd Go At It While Appearing On “WWHL” Together...Then It Moves To Twitter, Porsha Joins Twitter Fight

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Kenya Moore and Sherri Shepherd stopped by “Watch What Happens Live” to chop it up with Andy Cohen. And it was all smiles on the set. Mostly.  But after the show, the ladies had a war of words on Twitter. Find out how it all went down inside…

 

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“RHOA” star Kenya Moore sat down with Andy Cohen on “WWHL” to chit-chat alongside former “The View” co-host Sherri Shepherd last night.

Everything was going fine until Sherri kept calling Kenya, "Kendra", and that's when things started to make a turn for the worse.

 

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There was subtle shade thrown from both of them while they were on the set.  Kenya made sure to correct Sherri aftr she called her the wrong name.  After taking a call from a fan which resulted in a bitter exchange, Sherri tried to school Kenya on how to treat her fans…but Kenya wasn’t feeling it. Sherri went on to ask what if she wakes up in a few years and doesn't have any fans. Kenya threw shade right back.

So after the show, Kenya hopped on Twitter to start a social media showdown with Sherri. She came for Sherri about not being on "The View" any longer. And Sherri popped back showing how she's indeed moved on. Check it:

 

 

 

Kenya's Twitter fans joined in, so Kenya got happy with the retweet button. Sherri soon caught wind of her antics and popped back at her saying:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bloop!

 

Then Porsha jumped in and popped off on Kenya over her "song" saying:

 

Ouch!

Peep some of their exchange on the show below: 

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DO WE LOVE IT? K. Michelle's "How Do You Know?" (SINGLE)

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K. Michelle has released "How Do You Know?", the third single from her upcoming sophomore album Anybody Wanna Buy A Heart? Listen inside...

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K. Michelle is very busy. In addition to having her own reality docu-series on VH1, "K. Michelle: My Life", she's set to release her sophomore album Anybody Wanna Buy A Heart? on December 9th.

To promote the disc, she released her third track, “How Do You Know?”.  She tweeted a teaser question to get fans excited about the song, 

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And later tonight, at 11:30pm EST/PST on VH1, she'll premiere the video for ""Maybe I Should Call" after the encore of "K. Michelle My Life."  It's a K. Michelle Monday.....

 

 

DO WE LOVE IT?

 

MUST-SEE CUTENESS: Solange & Julez's Wedding Reception Mommy-Son Dance To "No Flex Zone"!

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You've seen the perfect wedding pics from the Solange Knowles & Alan Ferguson wedding.  And Solange added another perfect touch with a ridiculously cute choreographed mommy-son dance at the reception!

 

Check it inside....

As if we couldn't love everything about Solange's wedding anymore than we already do...she went and choreographed a dance with her 10-year-old son Julez.  The twosome performed it at last night's wedding reception in New Orleans.   And it seemed to be Solange's way of letting her baby boy, who she shares with her ex-husband Daniel Smith, know that despite all the new changes in their lives, he will always be the priority in her life.  Sweet! 

Check out their "No Flex Zone" dance below.  P.S.  Solange is rocking a second Stéphane Rolland look for her reception below:

 

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