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HE PUT A RING ON IT: Adrienne Bailon ENGAGED To Longtime Boyfriend Lenny Santiago [PICS & VIDEO]

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Well look who’s engaged! Adrienne Bailon and her longtime boyfriend Lenny Santiago are ready to make it official. More inside….

 

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Looks like there will soon be FOUR married ladies on "The Real". Congrats are in order for daytime talkshow host Adrienne Bailon.

The singer-turned-tv host just got engaged to her boyfriend of 6-years/photographer Lenny Santiago. And she’s clearly head-over-heels that she’s about to become Mrs. Santiago. She hopped on Instagram to share the exciting news posting the lovey-dovey pic above with the caption,

"YES! @kodaklens I will soon be Mrs. Lenny S."

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The proposal was a total surprise too. The Roc Nation manager convinced Adrienne to head out for dinner in upstate NYC recently. The restaurant was empty with only her family inside to fellowship with the couple. Lenny stood up before her family and gave a heartfelt speech about how much he loves Adrienne.

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He handed her a box, which she wasted NO time to rip open, only to find carrots. Yes, real carrots. He then said, "Well, since you said yes to those carrots..."

He got down on one knee and pulled out the engagement ring...and asked for her hand in marriage. How sweet!

Like most women who are headed down the aisle to join their love at the alter, Adrienne has been flossing her flawless engagement ring:

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Her makeup artist Eva Kim snapped the soon-to-be-bride and her new rock saying, "We did #TeamAB Congratulations to my girl @adrienne_bailon".

Good thing she didn't slide her digits to the anonymous NBA baller who was trying to get at her recently.

We'll likely see her official announcement on "The Real" tomorrow when it airs. In the meantime, peep the clip of her co-hosts freaking out over the news HERE.

 

Congrats to the couple!

 

Photos: The Real's IG/Adrienne's IG/@eva_thediva_kim


Lupita Nyong'o Gets STUNNING For Spring For LUCKY Magazine's March 2015 Issue +Jussie Smollett & Lee Daniels Support NoH8 Campaign

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Lupita Nyong'o always knows how to serve up the pretty factor.  And we've got her March 2015 cover of LUCKY magazine inside.  Plus, "Empire" crew Jussie Smollett and Lee Daniels take a stand against bullying and discrimination....

Lupita is ushering in spring for the March 2015 cover of LUCKY fashion shopping magazine.  In a colorful striped two piece off-the-shoulder crop top and matching skirt, the Oscar winner is all smiles....and probably much less stressed than last Awards season.

The It-Girl may be attending all the shows this season, but since she's not up for Awards this time around, she can kick back, enjoy and sit pretty on a few magazine covers and on the red carpet.

On deck for Lupita: The style queen is set to team up with David Oyelowo for "Americanah" and "Queen of Katwe", plus she's be taking her place in space in the upcoming Star Wars sequel trilogy's second film Star Wars Episode VIII in 2017.

The full cover story and shoot will hit the net early next week.  The issue hits newsstands February 17th.

 

Meanwhile, over in the "Empire", star Jussie Smollett and director Lee Daniels are standing up against bullies and discrimination.  The two join "Empire" star Taraji P. Henson in the NoH8 campaign:

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Jussie, who plays music mogul Lucious Lyon's gay son 'Jamal' on the hit show, gave his take on what this campaign means.

And openly gay director Lee Daniels also posed for the powerful shoot:

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Nice!

 

Photos: NoH8's IG/Lucky Magazine

Bobby Brown Spotted At Hotel + Bobbi Kristina's Family FIGHTS At Hotel + Family Member Says Doctor Has No Hope, But Family Does

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Bobby Brown is keeping hope alive as he and the Brown & Houston families hold vigil at Bobbi Kristina's bedside.  Bobby was recently spotted at his hotel in Atlanta in good spirits.  But other family members and other sources maintain that doctors have no hope for a recovery.

 

The latest updates inside...

Bobby Brown was spotted making a phone call at the W Hotel bar in Midtown Atlanta Wednesday evening (above).  And we're told he looked to be in better spirits than expected.

Yesterday, there were conflicting reports about whether doctors told family members to say their goodbyes to 21-year-old Bobbi Kristina Brown.   Credible news sources reported doctors want the family to come to terms about her health and say goodbye. 

But Bobby Brown's lawyer issued a statement saying it was untrue.

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Still, following that statement, family member Jerod Brown confirmed that doctors have no hope for a recovery.  But he made it clear the family is holding out for a miracle.  He posted the above picture and stated yesterday on his Facebook page:

Hey y'all, a few of you all have been messaging me , commenting under photos about her condition....Though it seems the odds are against her, though doctors don't see any hope for change, though we might want to play detective and find out how she got there, though it looks impossible for her to stand again STILL PRAY FOR BK ‪#‎StillPrayForBK‬ Campaign starts NOW! Bobbi Kristina Houston'Gordon

It could be semantics at this point about what the family is/isn't being told about Bobbi Kristina's status.  And, as expected from a father, Bobby could be attempting to stave off any negative words or energy about his baby girl's health, despite the actuality of the situation.

It also appears Bobbi Kris' family is indeed NOT on one accord about handling Bobbi Kristina's dire situation, as reports ave been stating all week.  NBC News Atlanta reports that just this morning, Bobby's sister Tina Brown hit Shayne Brown (Bobby's cousin) in the head with a bottle during a fight at the W Hotel:

According to Atlanta Police, Tina Brown hit Shayne Brown in the head with a bottle. Shayne Brown is a cousin of Bobby Brown, Bobbi Kristina's father; Tina Brown is Bobby Brown's sister.

Shayne Brown drove himself to a nearby hospital, while Tina Brown left the hotel before police arrived, according to Atlanta Police Officer Kim Jones. Shayne Brown was treated for lacerations to his head.

Completely unfortunate.

TMZ reports today that Bobby Brown is holding out for a miracle from God, and that is why he will not take his baby girl off life support.  And this could be one of the reasons for the fights amongst the family members.  According to the site:

 

Bobby's feelings are not shared by doctors, who have advised him she will not improve and pulling life support is an appropriate action. But Brown and his family -- who are deeply religious -- believe doctors cannot account for miracles ... miracles the family has seen before.

We're told Bobbi Kristina's condition has remained the same since Monday morning ... her brain functions are minimal and there has been no improvement.

Family sources say this has been an ongoing discussion and they believe Brown could come around to the doctor's point of view as time goes on ... but as of late Thursday he's not budging.

When his daughter was transferred to Emory University Hospital Tuesday Brown was hopeful the renowned staff could do something, but the fact that there's been no change is what doctors believe is the handwriting on the wall.

We'll keep you posted on all developments.
 

Photos: TheYBF.com/Jerod Brown

LATE NIGHT FAB: Will Smith & Jimmy Fallon REMIX "It Takes Two", Will Dishes On Parenting & Scolding Daughter Willow

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Will Smith stopped by The Tonight Show where he dished on the differences between parenting girls vs. boys and showed off his beatboxing skills.  Watch the video inside...

Thursday night, Will Smith stopped by "The Tonight Show" to chat it up with Jimmy Fallon about his latest film Focus (February 27th). During their segment, Jimmy -- like only he would do -- pulled out an iPad with a recording app and the two layered their voices together to create an inventive version of Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock's 1988 hit "It Takes Two."  Hilar.

Jimmy said, "We have a lot in common.  You're a famous rapper … I'm a classically trained beatboxer."

Will also gave some advice to Jimmy (the father of two girls) about parenting....don't argue with your kids when you have the hiccups.  They won't take you seriously!  He also revealed that he parents 14-year-old Willow differently than he does her brothers Jaden and Trey.  And it's much more challenging.  We're sure!

Watch the clips below...

Will on parenting...

 


Photo via Douglas Gorenstein/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank

YBF KIDS: Diddy’s Daughter Chance Combs & BFF Harper Tillman Bring The CUTENESS For FOHR Kids' Fashion Magazine!

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We have the cutest shots of Diddy’s daughter Chance Combs and her bestie Harper Tillman posing it up for a kids’ fashion magazine. Get your “awws” ready….

CUTENESS OVERLOAD!

Chance Combs is going from ripping the runway to serving up some adorableness in magazines. And she is absolutely darling!

The cute 7-year-old is gracing the cover of kids’ fashion magazine FOHR for their newest issue, alongside her bestie Harper Tillman (daughter of former NFLer Travares Tillman).

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The pint-size models show off an array of looks as they put on their “game face” in their tweed soccer gear, serving serious face in tailor made suits, having fun riding bikes and rocking some fabulous mini furs. 

 

Peep their photoshoot fabness straight from the streets of New Orleans below:

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Loves it!

 

Photos: Creative Soul Photo

GRAMMY PERFORMANCES: Kanye West PERFORMS "Only One"...In New Adidas Yeezy 750 Sneakers

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Kayne West performed at the Grammys for the first time in six years, singing his Paul McCartney collab "Only One."  Watch the performance inside...

21-Time Grammy winner Kanye West appeared during tonight's GRAMMY telelcast to perform his loving tribute song "Only One" which he dedicated to his daughter North West.

While Paul McCartney is credited for the music on the track, tonight's performance featured Kanye standing solo on a darkened stage with a spotlight illuminating from underneath him.  He rocked a maroon velour suit and the soon-to-be-released Adidas Yeezy 750 Boosts.

 

Photo via Kanye West Daily Instagram

 

GRAMMYS 2015 RED CARPET STANDOUTS: Rihanna, Zendaya, Rita Ora & Kat Graham

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The 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards are underway and we have some of the night’s most interesting looks. These looks are definitely stand outs.  But are they standing out in a way that we love?  Decide who’s look you like best between Rihanna, Zendaya, Rita Ora and Kat Graham inside….

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Rihanna, showing up fashionably late, hit the carpet for the 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards at the Staples Center pulling off a look like only she could.

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Normally one to show a lot of skin and leaving hardly anything to the imagination, Rih switched it up and slipped into a massive pink strapless, tiered Giambattista Valli ballgown with her hair swept up into a bun. She completed her look with Chopard jewelry. 

As for how she chose it, she revealed that she saw it on the runway...and called up the designer's office and said she had to have the gorgeous threads.  So, the PR rep hopped on the plane from NY to LA Saturday night to hand dliver the couture creation.

It's good to be RiRi.

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Rih, above posing above alongside Jay Z, has already won a Grammy tonight for Best Rap/Sung collaboration for "Monster" with Eminem. She will also hit the stage alongside Kanye West to perform their new hit with Paul McCartney"FourFiveSeconds" for the first time.
 

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Roc Nation singer Rita Ora was all about turning heads in a silver sequined turtle neck Prada gown and Swarovski clutch, which she topped off with a cropped platinum blonde 'do.

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Dsiney star and singer Zendaya debuted her new pixie cut as she worked the carpet in a colorful one-shouldered Vivienne Westwood gown.

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Are we feelin' her new croppd coif?

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Oh, hello Kat Graham! “The Vampire Diaries” star turned heads in sheer Yanina Couture gown, accessorized with Sophia Webster heels, a Swarovski clutch, Carrera y Carrera rings, and AS29 earrings.

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Pretty...and quite interesting.

We're sure these red carpet looks are going to cause some debates, so....thoughts?

 

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GRAMMY PERFORMANCES: Pharrell HITS THE STAGE For "Happy"

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Pharrell took the stage tonight to sing his Grammy winning song "Happy".  Watch the three-time winner inside...


 

Singer Pharrell performed his international hit single "Happy" during tonight's Grammy telcast.  Prior to hitting the stage, the legendary beatmaker had already picked up three Grammys.  He took home awards for Best Urban Contemporary Album for "Girl" and Best Pop Solo Performance & Best Music Video for "Happy."

Since the song "Happy" has been EVERYWHERE since 2013, Pharrell remixed it a bit, and channeled the Grand Budapest Hotel for his stage show. Dressed as a bellhop (like the character he played in Chanel's short film) he added a stunning piano solo from Lang Lang, and a full choir and dancers.  At the end of the performance, Pharrell had a spiritual moment...thanking God. 

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Pharrell, who attended the ceremony with his wife Helen (who rocked a chic grey track suit from his own line that turns white under the lights), accepted his Best Pop Solo award saying:

"I'm not going to make this awkward and long because I was so prepared for everyone else who is so talented in that category to walk away with that award. Thank you guys so much, this is super awkward. I'm going to moonwalk my way off the stage right now!"

Oh P.....

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GRAMMY COUPLEDOM: Kanye West & Kim Kardashian + Pharrell & Helen's Adidas Looks

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Kanye West and Kim Kardashian West rolled up to the red carpet of the 2015 GRAMMY Awards ready for dinner at somebody's palace.  Check out their looks inside, plus Pharrell and Helen's concoctions from P's own clothing line....

Two of your fave fashion loving men made a few bold statements on the carpet.  Mainly through their wives. 

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Kanye and his luxe all black fabrics walked the carpet with his golden girl.  Kim wore a extravagant gold Jean Paul Gualtier robe/dress open just enough to show off a couple of her fave assets.  When she was asked on the carpet about her look, she looked to Kanye for approval of her description.  So...we're pretty sure this was his doing.

 

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P hit the carpet in a grey short-suit, but you wouldn't even know it.  He revealed that look is from his Adidas line and has 3M reflective technology.  So, under light, the suit changes to white.  He's not called a creative genius for nothing.  He won a few Grammys tonight for his music, but are we loving his fashion choices?

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Wife Helen also wore a look from the Adidas line....but hers was curve hugging and gave off a track suit feel.

You feeling the looks?

 

Photos: Splash/Getty

MEN OF GRAMMYS 2015: Common, Chris Brown, Ne-Yo, Usher, Wiz Khalifa & Baby Bash, Luke James & More

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Not only did the ladies heat up the red carpet, the YBF men brought the sexy for the 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards. Peep their grown men red carpet flicks inside….

Not to be outdone by the ladies of the night, a few YBF men celebs brought their handsome looks to the 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards held at the Staples Center. And handsome they were.

Starting with fine a** Common. The Nobody’s Smiling rapper was actually all smiles as he made his way down the carpet in a tailored Givenchy suit. And he has plenty to be happy about. He nabbed two GRAMMY nods for Best Rap Album and Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for his track "Blak Majik", featuring Jhene Aiko.

 

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Chris Brown, who recently completed his community service to greenlight his “Between the Sheets” tour, popped up on the carpet looking dapper in a black suit, topped off with an oxblood hat to cover his new green hue. He nabbed a nomination for Best R&B performance for his track "New Flame" with Usher and Rick Ross. Let's keep our fingers crossed he can stay out of trouble if he decides to hit up any after parties.

 

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Ne-Yo got clean in a tuxedo and hat bringing his new girlfriend Crystal Renay along as his date. He recently released his sixth studio album Non-Fiction.

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Wiz Khalifa (who was up for Best Rap Song) had us all saying "aww" as he brought his adorable chubby cheeked son Baby Bash with him on the carpet. While Wiz's estranged wife Amber Rose was busy making club appearances, Wiz was on daddy duty in his Armani suit. And we love it.

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Usher took a break from his "UR Experience" tour to hit the carpet. He was solo for the night's festivities, leaving his alleged fiancée Grace Miguel behind, but kept it dapper in a gray Calvin Klein Collection suit.  And he looks damn good.

 

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Luke James, who was nominated for Best R&B Song, was sharp as a tack in his black tux.

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Juicy J cleaned up nice for his GRAMMY nomination in the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for his feature in Katy Perry's "Dark House". They didn't bring home the win, but he did bring his parents with him on the carpet. So sweet.

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Tyrese was spotted on the carpet with "Fancy" rapper Iggy Azalea.

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Rapper Childish Gambino cleaned up in a black tux and loafers as he was nominated for Best Rap Performance ("3005") and Best Rap Album (Because The Internet).

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Roots drummer Questlove kept it interesting and comfortable in a suit paired with a pair of silver Nikes.

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David Otunga brought his adorable son to accompany him for the night. And to watch mommy Jennifer Hudson present.  Too cute!

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"EXTRA" correspondent AJ Calloway looked nice in his blue suit.

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Rapper Hit Boy went for the white blazer trimmed in black paired with black slacks and black loafers for the night.

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Former "Cosby Show" actor Malcolm Jamal Warner won his first Grammy for Best Traditional R&B Performance for his feature on Robert Glasper's rendition of Stevie Wonder classic "Jesus Children of America," also featuring Lalah Hathaway. Congrats!

 

Photos: Getty/Splash

GRAMMY PERFORMANCES: Sam Smith & Mary J Blige's "Stay With Me" + Usher Performs Stevie Wonder's "If It's Magic" During Stevie Wonder Tribute

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Mary J. Blige joined Sam Smith on stage to sing his Grammy-winning song "Stay With Me."  Watch them inside as well as Usher's Stevie Wonder tribute....

 

The Queen of Hip Hop Soul joined British crooner Sam Smith for a duet on his Award winning ballad "Stay With Me."

The performance with Mary (with whom he worked with on her disc The London Sessions) was the cherry on top of a lovely evening. Sam walked away wth four awards (Best Pop Vocal Album, Best New Artist , Song of the Year and Record Of the Year).  Sam and Mary were backed by a large orchestra and gospel-influenced backup singers. 

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Eight-time Grammy winner Usher paid tribute to Stevie Wonder (who's won 25 Grammys) tonight at the 57th annual Grammy Award.

He performed "If It's Magic" from Stevie's classic 1976 album Songs in the Key of Life.  Towards the end of the song, Stevie made a surprise appearance and joined Usher with his harmonica.  Usher, who recently got engaged to Grace Miguel, is currently climbing the charts with the Juicy J-assisted track "I Don't Mind."

 

 


Photos via Newsweek Twitter/AFP Entertainment Twitter/Robyn Beck

GRAMMYS 2015: Jennifer Hudson, Mary J. Blige & Toni Braxton Rock Silver & White

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A few YBF chicks were all about the neutrals and neutral metallics Sunday night.  Jennifer Hudson, Mary J. Blige and Toni Braxton were busy turning heads in the trendy tones on the carpet for the 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards. See their looks inside…. 

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This year’s GRAMMY Awards was filled with beautiful gowns and interesting looks. But these ladies brought the spring-like fabness.

Jennifer Hudson showed up in a rather subdued and simple look. The “Trouble” singer hit the red carpet in a white strapless Tom Ford midi dress. The “Walk It Out” songstress was up for Best R&B Performance for her track “It’s Your World” (featuring R. Kelly), but was beat out by Beyonce & Jay Z's “Drunk In Love”.

Last week, we spotted JHud busting Iggy Azalea on the set of their new video “Trouble”, so we can expect to see the finished product soon.
 

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Before hitting the stage with Sam Smith to perform "Stay With Me", the London Sessions singer looked beautiful in an ice gray J. Menel pre-fall 2014 gown with a pleated chiffon skirt and silver embellishments. Unfortunately, Mary did not win the GRAMMY for Best Dance Recording for her feature on Disclosure’s “F For You”.

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Hot mama! Toni Braxton wowed in a sexy diamond encrusted Marc Bouwer gown. The singer/reality star won the GRAMMY for Best R&B Album for her joint album Love, Marriage & Divorce with Babyface.

We feeling these looks?

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GRAMMYS 2015 RED CARPET: Jhene Aiko, Rocsi Diaz, Antonique Smith, LL Cool J & More

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We have more pics of a few YBF folks on the 2015 GRAMMY Awards red carpet. See flicks of Jhene Aiko, Rocsi Diaz, Antonique Smith, LL Cool J and more inside….

Souled Out songstress Jhene Aiko popped up on the carpet in a lovely look, wearing a nude strapless Alberta Ferretti gown styled with Jimmy Choo shoes and clutch, Lorraine Schwartz earrings and Ofira Schwartz rings at the Staples Center for the 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards.

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Unfortunately for Jhene, she did not nab a win in the four categories she was nominated in. But, she did get a chance to pose it up backstage with Ariana Grande, rocking an all-white Versace gown.

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Former “Entertainment Tonight” co-host Rocsi Diaz dazzled in a plunging neckline Jovanni gown, accessorizing her look with Ruby Stella and Alex Mika Jewelry. Since leaving “ET”, she has landed a new gig on “The Daily Share” as an anchor on the HLN network.

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Nominee Antonique Smith worked the carpet in this red and black floral crop top and skirt by Caché, accessorized with Marvel Jewelry. She hit the GRAMMYs for the first time as a nominee, grabbing a nod in the Best Traditional R&B Performance ("Hold Up Wait A Minute [Woo Woo”]).

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With This Ring executive producer Tracey Edmonds looked amazing in a sheer black gown finished with a train.

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Singer Lalah Hathaway was a GRAMMY winner as she was recognized in the Best Traditional R&B Performance for her feature in Robert Glasper's rendition of Stevie Wonder's classic Jesus Children", also featuring Malcolm Jamal Warner.

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"Mary Mary" singer Erica Campbell made a bold statement in a fuchsia and black laced gown.

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CEO of Starfish Media Group Soledad O'Brien looked lovely in a long-sleeve navy gown on the carpet.

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And host of the evening LL Cool J kept it cool in blue, matching with his wife Simone Smith. We love black love.

 

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MOVIE TRAILERS: FIRST LOOK At The NWA Biopic "Straight Outta Compton" Trailer

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The NWA biopic STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON heads to theaters on August 14th and we've got a look at the trailer inside...

We've got a first look at the NWA biopic trailer and it kicks off with an intro from Dr.Dre and Ice Cube. Here's the "Straight Outta Compton" synopsis:

In the mid-1980s, the streets of Compton, California, were some of the most dangerous in the country. When five young men translated their experiences growing up into brutally honest music that rebelled against abusive authority, they gave an explosive voice to a silenced generation. Following the meteoric rise and fall of N.W.A., Straight Outta Compton tells the astonishing story of how these youngsters revolutionized music and pop culture forever the moment they told the world the truth about life in the hood and ignited a cultural war.

The film stars O’Shea Jackson Jr. (Ice Cube's son), Corey Hawkins and Jason Mitchell as Ice Cube, Dr. Dre and Eazy-E, Straight Outta Compton is directed by F. Gary Gray and Will Packer serves as executive producer.  Straight Outta Compton is due August 14th.

We're definitely going to see this one.

GRAMMY PERFORMANCES: Beyonce's "Precious Lord" + Common & John Legend "Glory" With Their TRIBUTE To "Selma"

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The Holy Spirit entered the Staples Center tonight as Beyonce, Common and John Legend closed out the 57th annual Grammy Awards with a "Selma" tribute that included "Precious Lord" and  "Glory". Watch their performances...

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Beyonce attended the 57th annual Grammys in a plunging floor-length custom Proenza Schouler gown.  She and her amazing gown made a trip to the podium to accept the Grammy for Best R&B Performance Beyoncé Featuring Jay Z – "Drunk In Love" AND Best R&B Song Beyoncé Featuring Jay Z - "Drunk In Love". She also picked up Best Surround Sound Album Beyoncé.

Later, Bey changed into an angelic white gown to pay tribute to Selma with her version of Mahalia Jackson's"Precious Lord." She was backed by a choir of men who lifted their hands to God while sending the message that #BlackLivesMatter.

And about that controversy surrounding Beyonce performing this song instead of Ledisi, who performed it beautifully in the Selma movie...Ledisi told ET that she's happy that a new generation will now know the song because of Beyonce's performance, and Ledisi said she still feels like a part of history.

John Legend also revealed to ET that Beyonce approached him to do an intro for him and Common.  And so....she became the performer of the song.

“We were actually approached by Beyonce. She wanted to do an intro to our performance and introduce us.  You don’t really say no to Beyonce if she asks to perform with you."

Check out her rendidtion below:


 

Then Common and John Legend performed their Golden Globe winning song "Glory":

Powerful.

 

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GRAMMY PERFORMANCES: Rihanna, Kayne West & Paul McCartney "FourFiveSeconds", Rihanna PICKS UP Grammy

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Grammy winners Rihanna, Paul McCartney & Kanye West teamed up for a performance of their hit "FourFiveSeconds"  Watch it inside...

Paul McCartney, Kanye West and and Rihanna kicked off the 57th annual GRAMMY Awards Sunday night with a performance of their "FourFiveSeconds" song.

During an interview on the red carpet, Kanye revealed that the track was originally slated for his upcoming album but Rihanna begged him to give her the track for her own project once she heard it. He also revealed he's producing her next album.

And earlier in the evening, Rihanna picked up a trophy for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for the track "Monster" with Eminem.

Chheck out the trio get fourfive seconds from wildin' below:


 

 

 

Photo via The Grammys Twitter

GRAMMYS 2015: Beyonce, Ciara, Nicki Minaj & Ashanti Serve Sexy Black Dresses

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There was simple basic about the not-so-little black dresses these ladies wore to the Grammys Sunday night.  Pics of Beyoncé, Nicki Minaj, Ciara, and Ashanti inside....

 

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Beyonce hit the carpet before her Grammy performance in a custom beaded and lace Proenza Schouler gown.  It's not a departure from her usual red carpet look, but the dress was pretty nonetheless.

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She rocked long beach waves for the occasion.  And after snapping up three Grammys, she went all Miss Third Ward and snapped some fun pics with her husband Jay Z:

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Cute!

 

Bey's "Flawless Remix" and "Feelin' Myself" collaborator Nicki Minaj also hit the carpet in all black.

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Nicki put on a shimmery fringed Tom Ford dress with Giuseppe Zanotti heels.  And she had her fave assets, other than her booty, on display.

 

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Onika loves to show off...

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Her girl Kat Perry stopped to take a pic with her as they passed each other on the carpet.

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Ashanti kept it sleek in a black and silver Michael Costello gown.

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And she's another one who brought the boobs and the cutouts to put her skin on full display.

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And Ciara put her best fashion foot forward in this one-shoulder totally glam Alexander Vauthier gown.

 

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Lovely.

 

Photos: Splash/Ciara's IG/Beyonce's IG

 

GRAMMYS 2015: The FUNNIEST MEMES Of The Evening

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The 2015 Grammys made us sing, dance, smile and even laugh.  Check out our roundup of some of the funny memes created from Grammy moments inside...

From Rihanna's ballgown to Kim Kardashian West's cleavage baring "robe", the 57th annual Grammys had many moments that made us laugh and/or scratch out heads.  Let's relive them through a few funny Memes....

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Pharrell's side eye at Taylor Swift's dancing:

 

INSIDE GRAMMYS 2015: Beyonce, Jay Z, Blue Ivy, Rihanna, Kanye West, Chris Brown & MORE

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You’ve seen the red carpet pics. Now get into what was going down in the audience and backstage at the 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards. Pics inside….

Before gracing the stage to perform gospel single “Precious Lord, Take My Hand”, Beyonce was kicking back with her husband Jay Z in the audience at the Staples Center for the 57th GRAMMY Awards last night. Bey showed up in a custom beaded and lace Proenza Schouler gown, which didn’t deviate from her usual red carpet looks, but she was beautiful nonetheless.  

 

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Mrs. Carter made three wardrobe changes throughout the night. After her red carpet and performance looks, she slipped into a short, sparkly Balmain number as she smiled with the three GRAMMY Awards she won throughout the night. Bey brought home a GRAMMY for Best R&B Performance (“Drunk In Love”), Best R&B Song (“Drunk In Love”) and Best Surround Sound Album (Beyonce). She now reigns as the Grammy's most nominated female artist of all time, receiving 52 nods and 17 wins. Congrats Bey!

After snapping flicks with her trophies, she did a little dance in front of her hubby:

 

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Cute.

In the audience....

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Awarding winning producer Pharrell (and his custom bedazzled adidas) brought home three GRAMMYS last night as well. He won Best Music Video and Best Pop Solo Performance for his hit “Happy” and Best Urban Contemporary Album for his album G I R L. He snapped it up with Hov and Kanye West.

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And look who let bygones be bygones. Kanye West and Taylor Smith chopped it during the ceremony and appeared to be on good terms last night. We know you all remember Yeezy’s infamous “I’m going to let you finish…” antics from the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards when he interrupted Taylor during her acceptance speech to stan out for Beyonce. He has since apologized and Taylor has accepted. Good for them.

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Adorable Blue Ivy was in the audience and got a chance to chit-chat with Rihanna. Too cute.

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Rih also caught up with her good friend Katy Perry while making her audience rounds.

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Newcomer Sam Smith took over the GRAMMYs last night, winning four awards. And he was gifted a kiss from the Bajan beauty.

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Aww! Rih's cousin/niece Majesty was also on the scene to see her Auntie RiRi perform her new single "FourFiveSeconds" and win the Best Rap/Sung Collaboration GRAMMY for "Monster" with Eminem.

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Rick Ross, Chris Brown, Kanye West and John Legend caught up with each other for a dapper pic. Looking good fellas.

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Jamie Foxx's daughter Annalise was busy making her rounds, meeting all of her fave celebs.

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She even got the chance to meet Madonna. Her face though....

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Adorbs!

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During the night, Mary J. Blige took the stage alongside Sam Smith to perform "Stay With Me." But before she hit the stage, she was spotted getting cozy with her husband Kendu Isaacs.

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Super Bowl XLIX champs/New England Patriots ballers Julian Edelman and Malcolm Butler were on the scene.

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Kanye's wife Kim Kardashian West, John Legend and his wife Chrissy Teigen was busy snapping us-ies in the audience. Kim snapped this pic with the caption, "This is the Beck won that award face?!?!?!" Oh...ok.

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Afterwards, John & Chrissy found themselves locked out of their hotel room. Ha!

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25-year-old Tyga and his rumored boo 17-year-old Kylie Jenner hit up the awards together. They were spotted snapping it up with her big sisters Khloe Kardashian and Kendall Jenner. These two....

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And for the last dose of dadd-daughter adorableness. Russell Simmons and his 15-year-old daughter Ming Lee Simmons were all smiles before enjoying the GRAMMY festivities. She is growing up fast! Fun times.

 

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"STOP PLAYING WITH US!" Kanye West BLASTS The Grammys Over Beck/Beyonce SNUB, "We're Tired Of It" (VIDEO)

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Kanye West is in the headlines (again) with a new rant, blasting the Grammys over Beyonce losing out on "Album Of The Year" to Beck and what it means to artists.  Watch what he said inside...

If you thought Kanye West storming the stage was joke...it wasn't.  While he didn't pull a "Taylor Swift" and take Beck's moment, Kanye had a few things to saw about Beyonce being snubbed for "Record Of The Year" afterwards. 

Kanye told E! that the Grammys need to respect artists because they "inspire" listeners.  When you snub the artist - you snub the people. "...You keep on diminishing art and not respecting the craft and smacking people in the face after they deliver monumental feats of music."  He cautioned the industry,"We tired of it."

"I don't know what he said, all I know is if the Grammys want real artists to keep coming back, they need to stop playing with us. We ain't gonna play with them no more. 'Flawless,' Beyoncé video. Beck needs to respect artistry and he should have given his award to Beyoncé, and at this point, we tired of it."

Because what happens is, when you keep on diminishing art and not respecting the craft and smacking people in the face after they deliver monumental feats of music, you're disrespectful to inspiration and we as musicians have to inspire people who go to work every day and they listen to that Beyoncé album and they feel like it takes them to another place.

Then they do this whole promotional event, they'll run the music over somebody's speech, the artist, because they want commercial advertising. Like, no, we not playing with them no more. By the way, I got my wife, my daughter and my clothing line, so I'm not going to do nothing to put my daughter at risk but I am here to fight for creativity. That's the reason why I didn't say anything tonight. But you all know what it meant when 'Ye walks on the stage."

 

 

Watch Ye at his best here:

 

 

 

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