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Wimbledon Lover Aubrey "Drake" Graham Is Suddenly Fine As Hell...And We're Here For It

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Drake is looking DAMN good these days. And we can’t figure out if it’s the beard or his bulging muscles or some hex he's put on us.  Either way, we’re totally here for the new Aubrey. Come inside and gawk over Drizzy with us...

Well hello there Mr. Graham!

It seems all of a sudden Drake just got super fine as of late. Is it just us? Doubt it.

His new muscular physique, thanks to celebrity personal trainer Roxx, along with his new facial hai has us doing a double take each time we see him lately.

For the last week, Drizzy has been busy making his rounds in London, rocking out on stage and hitting up Wimbledon matches in between.  And he's been getting in his gym time still, like today (above).

Over the weekend, he shut down the 2015 Wireless Festivalstage at Finsbury Park with a super-charged set that had fans going crazy!

Last week, he was in the All-England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club stands to watch Serena Williams defeat Margarita Gasparyan in the first round match. Yesterday, he was present to check out Serena battle it out on the court against her sister Venus Williams (SIDENOTE: Serena won that match—get those deets HERE).

Following the sisterly match, the “6 God” rapper is back at Wimbledon today. And he's rubbing elbows with a few tennis legends. He was spotted posing it up with former World No. 1 professional tennis player John McEnroe:
 

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He also chopped it up with defending champion Novak Djokovic:

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And was all smiles snapping it up with tennis legend Billie Jean King:

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It's clear he's a tennis lover.  And, therefore, so are we....

 

Photos: Drake's IG/Billie Jean's Twitter

 


PARIS FASHION WEEK: Lupita Nyong'o At The Christian Dior Show + Naomi Campbell, John Legend & Chrissy Teigen At 'Vogue Paris Foundation' Gala + Marjorie Harvey Does Couture

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We're (virtually) off to Paris for fashion week and Naomi Campbell, John Legend & Chrissy Teigen and Marjorie Harvey have already arrived.  See where they went last night inside....

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Oscar winning actress Lupita Nyong'o was spotted at the Christian Dior show as part of Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2015/2016 in Paris yesterday. She attended the A-list event in the fashion houses latest creations - a structured skater dress and hot sunnies.

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On Instagram, she wrote "Just out of an exquisite show. @dior #hautecouture #autumnwinter 2015-2016 #Paris #somethingtolookforwardto"

She's always picture perfect and it's good to see her out and about again in between her big acting gigs (Star Trek& Queen Katwe).

Loving her look like we are?  Edited In Chic has plenty of ways to recreate it with less expensive items you can cop on the site!

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Backstage, Lupita got chummy with Dior's Creative Director Raf Simons.

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She also snapped some pics with actress Emily Blunt and VOGUE's head honcho Anna Wintour.

Of course, Lupita is the bell of the ball in Paris and she's on everyone's list. Tonight, she's attending Lancome's 80th anniversary party as she's the newest face of the fab beauty company. 

Elsewhere in Paris...

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Naomi Campbell attended the 'Vogue Paris Foundation' gala held at the Palais Galliera. This was the second installment of the event, which raises funds for the acquisition of new pieces and to support and promote contemporary fashion design.

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Miss Campbell stunned the crowd in a sexy black lace gown from Burberry.  You'll recall, she's Burberry's spokewoman and fronted the house's most recent campaign.

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The party, started off with cocktails in the garden overlooking the Eiffel Tower and was followed by a seasonal dinner of lobster salad, sea bass, and red berries.  Ugh, she's so hot.

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John Legend and his wife Chrissy Teigen were also amongst the attendees. The twosome were just in London over two days ago, watching Serena Williams at Wimbledon.

Also in Paris....

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Marjorie Harvey is in town again....spending (Steve's) major coins on Haute Couture.  And snapping pics of each look before each show...apparently it's her new job.  This pretty dress above is from Chanel.

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If you love gorgeous clothes, Miss Marjorie is the one to follow on the 'Gram.  She rocked this super hot striped ensemble from the Giambattista Valli Haute Couture Show.

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And this season....Marjorie isn't alone.  She brought her beautiful daughter Lori along for the ride.  Looking good ladies!

 

EXTRAS:
1. Paula Deen thought it was a good idea for her son to do 'brown face' while  impersonating Ricky RicardoSTORY

 

Photos via Marjorie's Instagram/Getty/Splash/INF

NO MARRIAGE BIH! Orlando Scandrick Calls Off Engagement to Draya – No Fairytale Wedding After All!

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Orlando just cancelled Christmas on Draya Michele! (If you watch "Power", you know what that means...)

That sure was fast. Less than 3 weeks after popping the question to girlfriend Draya, NFLer Orlando Scandrick has decided he does NOT want to marry her after all. Break up deets inside…

Dallas Cowboys baller Orlando Scandrick and “Basketball Wives: L.A.” star Draya are headed BACK down Splitsville Lane.

The cornerback came to the realization that tying the knot with the reality star was a poor decision and he’s "anxious" to move on with his life. Damn.

He told TMZ, “In hindsight, it was a poor decision to propose. I am anxious to move on with my life both personal and professionally.”

Interstingly, just a couple days ago Draya was talking about her wedding plans to the same site. 

We assume whatever issues they had before they got engaged were never fully worked out. You’ll recall, the two pulled the plug on their relationship just ONE month BEFORE he proposed.  Draya says they never really officially broke up, they were just taking a break.

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Draya couldn’t wait to spill the deets on her engagement, telling PEOPLE magazine the NFLer got down on one knee and asked for her hand in marriage with a $400,000 6-carat diamond ring. And she was eager to show it off, as you can see in the picture above.

Looks like her storyline on "BBW: LA" (which conveniently premieres Sunday at 9/8c on VH1) just got a bit more interesting....and we're sure her castmates will have PLENTY to say.

 

Photos: Splash/WENN

Tyga Lawyers Up After Penis Pics Leak—Allegedly By A Transgender Model + Former NFL QB Donovan McNabb Flashes A Huge Grin In DUI Mugshot

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Tyga’s “nuddies” popped up online recently, allegedly leaked by a transgender woman he was supposedly sexting. And now, he has lawyered up and is ready to fight back!

In other news, Donovan McNabb was BUSTED on yet another DUI charge in Arizona. And he looks very happy about it in his mugshot. More inside….

Unfortunately for Tyga, someone is out to expose his a**. And they went straight for the jugular (pun intended) leaking his penis pics to the masses to see.

According to Love B. Scott, an anonymous person tipped them off that T-Raww was allegedly cheating on his rumored 17-year-old girlfriend Kylie Jenner with a transgender woman. And they coughed up the receipts to prove it.

The anonymous source sent in alleged text message conversations between the west coast rapper and transgender “actress” (we’re using that term loosely) Mia Isabella. To further prove, Tyga was cheating, the anonymous source also sent in screenshots of T-Raww sending Mia a picture of his dick. We can’t post them here, but you can check them out by clicking here.

We'll just say it looks like he's been using his girlfriend's lip plumper contraption...

Tyga is furious and wants that person held accountable. The “Ayo” rapper’s lawyer, Lee Hutton, addressed the situation with TMZ saying,"The allegations are false and socially irresponsible during a time when many Americans are celebrating equality."

We assume he’s referring to the recent marriage equality ruling and the fact his rumored girlfriend’s dad transitioned into Caitlyn Jenner.

Tyga's attorney believes this is a smear campaign to "maliciously shame" him and to manufacture a fake story. Why?  Who knows.

Tyga vaguely addressed the rumors on Twitter tweeting:

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While he isn’t saying much, his friend/business partner T-Rell had plenty to say. He’s fed UP and TIRED of people trying to mess up Tyga's “happy home.” We assume he means with his rumored girlfriend Kylie. According to T-Rell, Tyga is the happiest he has seen him in the last 3 years.

Three years, he said?  It could mean Tyga has been happiest for the last 3 years....which would put Kylie at 15.... if that's who he's speaking of having something to do with that happiness.  Or, he could be saying Tyga is now happy after three years of being unhappy.  Who knows.

Here’s what he said in full:
 

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Sighs....

We're sure this will rev up the views on his upcoming reality show "Kingin' With Tyga" set to premiere Friday, July 24th on MTV 2.

In other news....

 

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We’ve just learned former NFL quarterback Donovan McNabb was busted on a DUI charge last month….and he was all smiles in his mugshot.

According to recent reports, the 38-year-old six-time Pro Bowler was arrested in Arizona on June 28th after rear-ending a car stopped at a traffic light! This is his second DUI arrest since December 2013.

The Gilbert Police Department released a statement about the incident which does not specify whether the former NFL star took a sobriety test and his blood alcohol level was not indicated. He was, though, sent to a holding facility before he was cited and eventually released.

Following his 2013 arrest in Arizona, he was charged with a misdemeanor DUI and sentenced to serve a day in jail.

Sighs…when will they learn? Just don’t drive after drinking.
 

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FOR SALE: Tyler Perry Lists Atlanta Mansion For $25 Million

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Tyler Perry is listing his famed Altanta Estate, where many of his famous films have been shot.  Come inside and see what $25 million will get you inside...  

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We've just come across a listing for Tyler Perry's $25 million estate in Atlanta's Buckhead area and the deets.....well......get ready to swoon.

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The director/writer/actor/everything other job in the film industry and his girlfriend Gelila and their baby boy are moving.  The French provincial mansion sits on 17 acres with views over the Chattahoochee River off Paces Ferry Road.

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Boasting seven bedrooms and fourteen baths, the 34,688-square-foot home also has stately formal rooms, a two-story library, resort-style infinity-edge swimming pool, and more ish.

If all those places weren't ebough, you can keep active on a lighted tennis court on top of a two-story parking garage, fully equipped gym, spa, theater, hobby house and an underground ballroom with catering kitchen.

Whew!

See more swoon-worthy pics below:

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There are both formal and informal gardens, guard house, caretaker’s suite and presidential-level security system including two gated and secured residential entrances.

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You might also recognize a few of the room and/or the outside decor from a few of Tyler's films.  So...if you've got $25 Million, you could own a home that's hosted President Obama, Oprah Winfrey AND Madea.  Money well spent... 

See more pics here.

EXTRAS:

1.  In case you've missed "Boardwalk EMpire" star Michael K. Williams, you're in luck.  He's landed roles in negotiations for supporting roles in two upcoming films: Sony’s “Ghostbusters” and New Regency’s “Assassin’s Creed.” Story.

2. Ready for a new summer series?  Fox has announced KNOCK KNOCK LIVE, starring superstar Kellie Pickler, actress and singer Adrienne Bailon, TV host Ross Mathews, host and recording artist Jordan “Shorty” Johnson and TV/radio personality Chuey Martinez as co-hosts. The weekly series will feature host Ryan Seacrest live in a Los Angeles-based studio, while his five co-hosts travel across America, arriving at unsuspecting people’s doorsteps with a chance to win big prizes, turn their wildest dreams into reality. Common has also taped an appearance.  The show premieres Tuesday, July 21 on FOX.

 

 

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Chrissy Lampkin, Bobby Brown & Alicia, Jennifer Lopez, Evan & Ashlee Ross Spotted Dropping Cash

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Sometimes you just need some retail and food therapy.  Just like us, celebs love divulging in those hobbies.  Check out Bobby Brown and wife Alicia, Jennifer Lopez, Chrissy Lampkin and The Rosses inside...

Bobby Brown's wife Alicia Etheredge is about to pop with their second baby together any day now.  At least it looks that way:

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The couple was spotted leaving Mr. Chow's in Beverly Hills yesterday, likely to satisfy some pregnancy cravings. Bobby has been understandably down and out since moving his daughter Bobbi Kristina to hospice care in Atlanta.

He's back in L.A. for now, tending to his wife, son Cassius and his other children who live in the area.

Speaking of pregnant couples out and about grabbing food:

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Evan and Ashlee Ross, who rocked a colorful frock, had lunch with husband Evan Ross at Cheesecake Factory in Sherman Oaks yesterday.  The two are still in their newlywed stages and seem to be head over heels welcoming a new baby into the mix.

Evan just joined the new ABC anthology called "Wicked City," so he'll be joining his big sis and "blackish" star Tracee Ellis Ross on the network. Nice!

 

Over in Philly:

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Former 'Love & Hip Hop' and "Chrissy & Mr. Jones" star Chrissy Lampkin was spotted at the grand opening of the Bellargo Piarge Boutique over the weekend.  Since she and Jim Jones still don't seem to be getting married anytime soon, we wonder what the two have been up to lately....

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Chrissy's still keeping it laid back and chill as she hosted the opening event and after party for the clothing boutique.

 

Jennifer Lopez was spotted in the Hamptons shopping it up in a super cute flowy, summery frock:

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Not feeling those cameras, eh Jen?

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Looks like she picked up something for her little girl Emme.

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And, of course, she looks equally as hot in plain flip flops.  How does she do it...

 

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ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST: Rosie Perez Leaves "The View"

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Well, that was quick.  After rumors -- that she denied -- floated around in January that Rosie Perez was on "The View" chopping block, the truth has surfaced.  She's out!  Deets inside...

That's a wrap for Rosie Perez on "The View," this according to Deadline.

The actress' appearances on the daytime talkshow have become few and far between as she is concurrently starring on Broadway in the production of Larry David's Fish in the Dark.  And now, she will be exiting the show after joining officially last September, according to reports.

With Broadway's grueling schedule, and the daytime talk show schedule not being so easy either, we can only wonder if it all became too much for the Hollywood vet.

Back in January, there were rumors that Rosie would be fired soon from the show.  Both ABC and Rosie's people shot down the rumors, but here we are six months later.

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Rosie may not be the only person leaving this year as co-host Nicole Wallace (above, far right) isn't a guarantee to return next season.  On the contrary, Whoopi Goldberg and newcomer Raven Symone are locked in.  Deadline reports:

No word yet on the future of co-host Nicolle Wallace. Raven Symone, who only joined the show in June, and Whoopi Goldberg are locks to come back next season, but Wallace’s future is unclear. Sources report talks with Wallace have just begun. But, Wallace, a longtime political advisor as well as commentator, also is a contributor at NBC News’s MSNBC, and frequently appears on its Morning Joe program – more frequently as the presidential election cycle revs up. That said, The View has enjoyed some of its highest ratings during presidential election races and Wallace brings instant credibility to the show as well as a much needed conservative perspective.

Reportedly, "The View" will continue to circulate special guest hosts and contributors to fill the seats daily.  But should the show that Barbara Walters built call it a wrap soon?  Many are saying maybe so.

Your thoughts?

 

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Lupita Nyong’o Reminds Us Why She’s Fashion's “IT” Girl At Lancôme's 80th Anniversary Party + Chrissy Teigen Shows Off John Legend’s NAKED Booty + Ciara Cheers At Wimbledon

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Lupita Nyong’o is on her usual gorgeous ish at Lancôme’s 80th anniversary party in Paris, reminding us why she’s the fashion “IT” girl. Meanwhile, Chrissy Teigen is doing the most on social media (again) showing off John Legend’s naked booty and Ciara was spotted enjoying a tennis match at Wimbledon. Pics inside….

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Razzle, dazzle!

Lancôme is celebrating its 80th anniversary with a star-studded bash in Paris today. And Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o is turning heads with her gorgeousness. The stunning Lancôme ambassadress is lighting up the room in a sequin plunging neckline Prada gown. And she clearly knows how to work it.
 

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The Kenyan stunner has been slaying Lancômeadssince she came on board to represent the brand. And we've haven't seen one pictorial we weren't a fan of. In a behind the scenes video for one of her gorgeous campaigns, Lupita dished on why lipstick is a MUST:

"Makeup, for me, is like the frame of an art piece. Wearing lipstick makes me feel well-dressed," Lupita shared, adding that her shade of choice from the collection is Rouge Carrousel (a bright, true red).

A girl isn't complete without her lipstick.

On social media....

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“Lip Sync Battle” co-host Chrissy Teigen is doing the most on social media…AGAIN. Last week, she posted up a racy fashion shot from W Magazine of her exposing her nipple, but Instagram took it down. So today, she felt like being a petty betty.  Which is kind of funny as well.

She snapped a shot of of her hubby John Legend walking around in the nude, exposing his hind parts for the masses and she tagged Instagram’s official account.

Oh Chrissy...

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Earlier today, the twosome hit up the Giorgio Armani fashion show in Paris, color coordinating in steel gray.

Over in London....

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After rocking the Wireless Festival stage and making JACKIE promo rounds, Ciara hit up the Wimbledon Tennis Championships today.

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CiCi looked fab and cheered on the players in a casually cute shirt dress and a pair of aviator sunnies.

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Most recently, her boyfriend Russell Wilson revealed he and CiCi are taking things slow and are practicing abstinence! Yep, no sex till marriage. But, the Super Bowl champ did ask y’all to pray for him because...it's HARD. Stay strong brother!

 

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SPLITSVILLE LANE: Malaysia Pargo & Brandi Maxiell Spill On Marital Infidelities On "Basketball Wives: LA" + Shaunie O'Neal Releasing A Parenting Book

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News broke last year that Malaysia Pargo filed for divorce from her Charlotte Hornets star husband Janero Pargo.  Now, she's spilling the beans about the breakup on the new season of "Basketball Wives: LA."  Oh, and her bestie and co-star Brandi Maxiell may have her own cheating drama.  Deets inside...

Some type of way these chicks got a new season, so they're back to spilling the tea on their relationships and showing how they're trying to GET relationships.

In the new season of "Basketball Wives: LA" (premiering Sunday, July 12th at 9PM ET/PT), Malaysia is stll heartbroken over her and Janero's divorce.  The mother of three, who hits the party scene like she wants the world to know she's single and ready to mingle, appears all cracked up over the breakup.  And she reveals that she left him because no one should hurt ou more than once. 

Malaysia also said she asked Janero to go to counseling, but he refused. While she doesn't say explicitly that Janero cheated on her, we're reading between the lines.  Especially because she packed up NONE of her things and moved full time to L.A., and said "the next b*tch can have the purses and bags."

Meanwhile, Malaysia's bestie Brandi Maxiell (far right below) reveals she's going through the same thing as Malaysia.  She's not totally giving up on her husband  Jason (who also plays for the Hornets)...yet.  Sad to hear as Jason was so public and vocal about supporting Brandi during her cancer fight and throughout their journey to have a second child after cancer treatment.

 

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Malaysia also opens up about her baby brother recently being killed by police, and she's understandably still struggling to come to term with him being gone.  With back-to-back traumatizing experiences in her life, she's turning to a new friend and co-star, Patrice Curry (second from left above, wife of NBA baller Eddie Curry), for support.

Mehgan James (far left above), a girl who previously dated NBA baller Kedrick Brown, is another newcomer to the show.  She's Jackie Christie's "mentee"....and we don't have high hopes for aNy of this ending well.

Draya touches on her relationship with Orlando Scandrick as they were still together during taping, so it'll be interesting to see what leads up to their breakup, then engagement, now another breakup.

Tune in to VH1 this Sunday for the season 4 premiere with Shaunie O'Neal and the rest of the cast!

 

Speaking of Shaunie, she's about to start selling parenting tips.  And it's all via her upcoming book called Shaunie's Way: Raising Today's Kids with Old-School Rules.

 

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The site Black Page Turners gave the synopsis below:

In this indispensable book for busy moms and dads, Shaunie O’Neal shares her parenting methods and time-tested wisdom for raising children with old-school values in a new-school world.

Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, juggling parenthood with a career, or thinking about starting a family, Shaunie’s Way shows you how to raise happy, balanced, well-mannered children—and keep yourself happy in the process.

Ex-wife of NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal and executive producer of VH1’s hit show Basketball Wives, Shaunie O’Neal considers her biggest accomplishment raising five well-behaved, well-adjusted children in an age of entitlement and a seeming lack of discipline and rules. Where Amy Chua’s Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother left off, Shaunie’s Way picks up. Her rules include: Give Children Names That Matter, Don’t Be a “Yes Mom,” and All Children Must Attend a Weekly Family Dinner (No Cell Phones Allowed!). With a brood of children ages eight through eighteen, Shaunie O’Neal has the know-how and experience it takes to successfully raise kids with disciple, order, and a strong sense of family.

Shaunie and her kids hit shelves May 3rd, 2016.

 

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"Classic Man" Jidenna Talks Gay Rumors....And Why Janelle Monae Keeps Her Clothes On

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In his latest interview, "Classic Man" Jidenna opens up about his sexuality (he loves women) and defends Janelle Monae's comments about "male consumption" and keeping her clothes on.  Watch it inside...

Jidenna, who's riding high on the charts with his Janelle Monae collab "Yoga", sat down for an interview with VLADTV where he found himself addressing sexuality rumors, defending Janelle (the head honcho of the Wondaland Records label he's on) and explaining why he likes to wear suits. 

Yeah, we threw a few  side eyes at the interview questions.  Still, he handled it nicely, and actually schooled DJ Vlad on Black culture, being a gentleman and why it's "manly" to groom yourself.  Highlights:

On Janelle Monae's decision to keep her clothes on and refrain from "Male consumption":  

"I think that there's a certain norm in heterosexual manhood where we just want to see the woman without any clothes on. I mean we live in a porn culture.  I mean, I want to see women without their clothes on.  (He's responded to Twitter users who says Janelle should get sexier)

But to say that a woman can't be soulful, whatever that means, cause I do believe that people have souls, I'm not sure what he meant about her being too soulful.  I think she meant I'm not here to be consumed and eaten up and gobbled up by men the way porn women are.  I have something to say.  I'm a full artist, I a full human, I'm a full woman."

(at 4:35) On his response to gay rumors (sidebar - He says he hasn't actually gotten any gay rumors yet -but the interviewer DJ Vlad is clearly reaching):

"I am (into women) but I have no problem with people assuming (the gay rumor) because I have no problem with people picking who they love. You love who you love. I happen to just love a lot of women.  You know what's funny about that, I had assumed that people would talk about sexuality but the funny thing is, the era which I'm inspired by , the different eras I'm inspired by - the men groomed.  Actually the manly men, the gangstas were the MOST well-groomed.  Because they had the most money."

Teach the chil'ren.

EXTRAS:

1.  Rapper Scarface (of Geto Boys fame) was hospitalized in Houston for an unspecified illness.  He is now resting at home, meanwhile, his bandmate Willie D wrote on Kickstarter, "I am not at liberty to speak on [Scarface's] condition, and wouldn't even if I was, as it is a private matter, but I will say that he is in good spirits, and sends his love to all who have supported him throughout his career, and personal life.  Although I'm his bandmate, I'm also a Scarface fan, so I know it’s hard for you guys not having details, but I will try to keep you updated as much as I can without invading his privacy. Thanks and say a prayer for my homey!" Story.

 

 

Joan Smalls Is New Face Of Calvin Klein's Fall 2015 Underwear Campaign + More Shots From Erykah Badu's Kenyan Spread For ESSENCE

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Joan Smalls is serving face and model body for the new Calvin Klein underwear campaign.  Check it inside, plus Erykah Badu's newest editorial spread from Kenya...

Everybody is all about their Calvins these days.  While some celebs show them off in shirtless and bottomless Instagram pics, the model set turns it into a campaign.

Joan Smalls was just revealed as a face of the Fall 2015 Calvin Klein underwear campaign.  The Puerto Rican model and her naturally contoured face are starring in a hot ad, and Joan's not alone.  Kendall Jenner and others are also featured.

Check out CK's IG promo video below:

 

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We showed you Erykah Badu's new Essence magazine cover, which is the first Global issue.  Now, check out the spread tha was shot in the most beautiful clothing around the lands of Kenya, in case you missed it:

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Stunning.  The issue hits newsstands soon.  Here's video of Erykah speaking about her new cover while performing at last weekend's Essence Fest:

 

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YBF Kids: Benzino & Althea Announce Pregnancy...And Clap Back On Golddigger Claims + Mara Schiavocampo CONFIRMS She's Expecting Second Child + Justin & Christian Combs Dancing To "Finna Get Loose"

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Former reality stars Benzino and Althea Gibson announced their pregnancy, and it ignited a social media fight.  Get the deets inside and get confirmation on Mara Schiavocampo's baby news and see Justin & Christian Combs showing off those dancing skills their daddy passed down.

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Recently, former "Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta" stars Althea Heart and her hubby Benzino confirmed that they're expecting a boy. The couple appeared on TMZ Live this week to reveal that 33-year-old Althea is about five months pregnant.

Althea was so excited to be on TV again (and in magazines) that she posted a pic on Instagram and included the caption "Bishhh came up." Well....that sent social media into a tailspin.  What did she mean by "Bishhh came up?"  She ended up changing the caption.  And....folks also wanna know why she'd been rocking waist trainers on IG...if she's 5 months pregnant.

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Althea popped back with.... 

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Someone seems happy to get 5 minutes of attention from mainstream tabloids who just learned their names yesterday.

Althea's comments are full of naysayers, some even think she's faking her pregnancy.  Tsk Tsk.  On to happier news, Althea & Benzinzo posted several happy memes to celebrate and reveal the sex...  

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Congrats!

 

 

And.....WE CALLED IT FIRST!

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A few days ago we showed you pics of 35-year-old ABC News correspondent Mara Schiavocampo vacaying in Turks & Caicos with her husband Tommie and their three-year-old daughter, and we reported that she was likely pregnant. Well.....as usual...we called it first!

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She confirmed the news today on GMA saying, “I’m expecting a baby. I’m right behind Ginger [Zee] (her ABC colleague). “We have a daughter who’s 3. This is our second, and we’re thrilled.”

She told the 'GMA' panel that her husband is rooting for a boy, but they still don't know for sure.

“We're calling the baby ‘the sequel’ for now." While discussing her joy to ABC News, she added, "“Becoming a mom is the best thing that ever happened to me,” she explained. “My husband talked me into the first one — I was on the fence — and she is the light of my life. So now I want 50 kids!! I'm just so excited and thrilled and blessed. Can't wait to meet the little guy.”

In other YBF kids...

 

Lookie lookie lookie...we ran across this fun video of Justin and Christian Combs dancing to Diddy's latest track "Finna Get Loose" featuring Pharrell. It's plain to see that the "dance" gene runs in the family.  Back in 'da day, Diddy started out as a backup dancer....and his kids have inherited his moves!   

 

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K.Michelle Reveals Her New London Bae -- Meet Locksmith Rudimental

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K. Michelle is letting the world know who her new London bae is.  Nope, not Idris Elba.  Meet him inside...

K. Michelle has been gushing about a new boo for a few months now.  She previously revealed he's based in London, and she even spoke last month about picking up and moving there herself in the near future .

Now, she's staking her claim publicly.  Today, she reposted Locksmith Rudimental who posted an illustration featuring a couple exchanging ho they say their I Love You's.  Check it:

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K said in response:

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Oh really?  Looks like this guy i her new boo.

Locksmith Rudimental is 1/4 of the UK producer group Rudimental UK.  We took a quick scan of K's page and noticed she made him her MCM recently:

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Mmmhmm. The twosome met last October at the MOBO Awards in London, and dude seemed quite stoked to finally meet her.  He posted that night:

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Check out more pics of Rudimental below:

 

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We'll see if K. actually packs her ish and chases her heart all the way to Londontown....

 

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Lil Wayne Is Reuniting The "Hot Boys" At Lil Weezyana Fest + Kendrick Lamar And Reebok Uniting Gangs With Sneakers

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Are you a fan of the classic New Orleans former supergroup The Hot Boys?  Well..they're coming back!  Get the deets inside and find out how Kendrick Lamar hopes to stop gang violence through sneakers.

The block is hot....'cause The Hot Boys are back!  And it feels like 1997 all over again. The famed 5-0-4 supergroup that brought us esteemed classics like "We On Fire" and "I Need A Hot Girl" are reuniting (thanks to global superstar Lil Wayne) for the first-ever Lil Weezyana Fest in New Orleans.

The concert is set to take place on Aug. 28 at 7 p.m. at Bold Sphere Music at Champions Square and from what's been reported, Juvenile, Turk, and B.G. are all on-board to join Weezy for this reunion!

Cortez Bryant, who manages Wayne, posted the photo above on IG with the caption “We coming home to give the city the greatest concert ever!”  Pre-sale ticket go on sale begins Wednesday, July 8, while general public tix hit the market on Saturday, July 11.

Before Cash Money blew up and before Young Money....there were the Hot Boyz.  Who's ready?!

In other "unions"...

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A while ago, we told you about Kendrick Lamar linking with shoe retailer Reebok, and now we've got deets on their latest venture. They two brands are hoping to stop violence and change the world through fly kicks. In a few days, Compton native K-Dot is debuting his new Reebok Ventilator sneakers, an off-white suede show inspired by the Bloods and Crips gangs of Los Angeles.

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The sneaks feature contrasting red and blue themes and each tongue pull is inscribed with “Kendrick Lamar” and “TDE” with blue and red tags inside that read “Neutral.” On the back of the shoes, you'll find the words “Red” and “Blue,” plus rope shoe laces.

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So how much does it cost to blend the community and stop the violence? $142.

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The Kendrick Lamar x Reebok Ventilator will be available starting July 18.....so start saving your coins (for unity).

 

   


Photo via Cortez Bryant Instagram/Reebok Twitter/Facebook
 

NEW REALITY SHOW ALERT: "GROWING UP HIP HOP" Starring Heirs Romeo Miller, Angela Simmons, Boogie Dash & More

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We've got the scoop on a new WE tv series that'll take us inside the lives of privileged YBF kids who're hoping to break out of their famous parents' shadows. Find out who makes up the cast of hip hop mogul and heirs inside....

Since its inception, Hip Hop has gone on to become one the most popular genre of music all around the world and has birthed a "lifestyle" that's permeated nearly every aspect of social media and pop culture.

Have you ever wondered what it feels like to be the child of one of the Hip Hop's legends?  The good folks of WE tv hope to answer that burning question in a new docu-series slated for a late 2015 debut dubbed "Growing Up Hip Hop." See our initial write-up about the series here.

The six-episode series will follow the "next" generation of hip hop royalty as they attempt to step out of the shadows of their famous parents and create their own lane.  Thanks to a press release sent out today, we've confirmed that children of Damon Dash, Rev. Run, Russell Simmons, Master P, El DeBarge and Pepa (of Salt & Pepa fame) will participate.

While touting the new series, Marc Juris, WE tv's president, explained the premise saying:

"Hip hop is a hugely popular music genre, but beyond the songs it has become a lifestyle and has influenced a generation of young people. 'Growing Up Hip Hop' profiles what it's like to be raised by hip hop legends, living in their shadow while trying to balance success and independence. This series will be right at home in our growing line-up focused on the authenticity and the challenges of real people and real relationships, and we can't wait to share these distinctive original stories with WE tv viewers."

Here's the rundown of the "Next" generation:

Romeo Miller is a musician, actor (formerly known as Lil' Romeo) and the son of Master P. He's on track to take over the music empire his father built, but is that really his path or will he veer off course? He consistently leans on close friend Angela for guidance and support;

Angela Simmons (above), the daughter of rap pioneer Rev. Run and niece of Russell Simmons, is a hip hop socialite, model and fashion designer of her own line, Foofi. Angela is a social media powerhouse who's hoping to translate her fashion success into dollars away from the comfort of her father's fortunes;

Damon "Boogie" Dash is the namesake of his father, Roc-A-Fella co-founder and media mogul, Damon Dash (both shown above). Like father like son, "Boogie" is also an entrepreneur having co-founded Chipz Cookies as well as a record label and
NYC art gallery;

Kristinia DeBarge is the daughter of James DeBarge from the legendary yet troubled group DeBarge, and a singer/songwriter in her own right. With her father currently in prison, Kristinia leans on her uncle, hip hop legend El DeBarge, as she struggles to choose between family and fame, all while considered the outsider of this tight-knit group;

Egypt Criss, the daughter of Sandra "Pepa" Denton from Salt-N-Pepa and rap icon Treach from Naughty By Nature, is actively pursuing a solo music career. Her overprotective mother, however, has yet to bless her career choice based on her own experiences in the hip hop industry which she helped establish;

TJ Mizell, the son of the late Run D.M.C. DJ, Jam Master Jay, has stepped into his father's shoes as a DJ, spinning at the hottest events and venues around the world, yet always on his mind is his father's mysterious and still unsolved murder.

Hmmm......we're kinda feeling this concept. It's like #RichKids Of Beverly Hills....but with YBF kids of hip hop & r&b legends.   Romeo Miller, Angela Simmons and Percy Robert Miller (Master P) made sure to nab Executive Producing credits.  We expected nothing less...

 


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JUST MARRIED: Michael Jai White & Gillian Waters Jump The Broom In Thailand [PICS]

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Michael Jai White is a married man again. We've got the first look at the "For Better Or Worse" star's wedding pics from inside...

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He's been in more than a couple movies and tv shows about marriage...and now he's a married man again himself. Michael Jai White got hitched to his actress wife Gillian Waters over the weekend in the tropical location of Thailand.  Must be nice...

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Dressed in all white and cream, the couple wed at the multi-acre riverfront estate of their good friend and film producer, Michael Selby.  They  exchanged vows surrounded by their children, family and close friends.

Gillian wore a custom gown by Milan Bangkok, topped off with a 10-carat engagement ring with a diamond and platinum band.

Their ceremony was definitely a lavish one as it featured fireworks, an obligatory, elephant parade, belly dancers, drone airplanes (why not?) and a lavish dinner reception.  At said reception, guests noshed on Pad Thai, jumbo prawns, crab fried rice, curried chicken, and a custom three-tiered cake from a famous Bangkok bakery.

Peep more pics below:
 

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The couple are currently on honeymoon on the Indian Ocean in Krabi Province and will host a California reception one they return.  By the way, the twosome get to continue the honeymoon as they will star in the upcoming film Never Back Down 3 together.

Congrats!

 

PHOTO CREDIT: Michael Selby

Drake Takes Serena Williams To Celebratory Dinner After She Kicks Ass At Wimbledon + Meek Mill & Nicki Minaj Kiss & He Credits Her With Radio Success, And He Debuts At #1

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We've been following Drake around London and we've spotted him with both Venus and Serena Williams.  See pics inside and watch Meek Mill & Nicki Minaj's kissy exchange online and on video....

We admit it, we're infatuated by Drake's new beard.  Since he started growing his hair out and hitting those weights in the gym, we've been stalking him all over London.  

Yesterday, we spotted him talking to Venus Williams in the players box on Centre Court as her sister, Serena Williams, played a match against Victoria Azarenka.  Aubrey was also there during an earlier round.

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Later in the evening, we saw him heading to Novikov Restaurant and bar in Mayfair. Did he dine alone? Nope.

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His dinner mates were Serena Williams and fellow tennis player (and Serena's BFF) Caroline Wozniacki. We're told the threesome dined until 1am.  According to his lyrics, Drake ha had a crush on Serena for a while so...

Check out more pics from their dinner on our Instagram page.  We're sure they toasted to Serena advancing to the semifinals.

 

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On the gram, “All Eyes On You " rappers Meek Mill and Nicki Minaj shared of video kissing and cuddling.

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While we're not surprised that the couple were kissing, we were shocked at their lovey/dovey display on Twitter.

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See video here:

 

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While some folks might think it's cute, there are a few who don't. Namely Joe Budden who calls their display"Sapp f*ck sh*t." See his comments here. And during an interview with The Breakfast Club today, Meek addressed those comments and his record sales.
 

"Joe Budden is corny as sh*t and always been corny as sh*t and always been commenting on sh*t and never did sh*t. I be looking at all the dudes who be talking, like, what the hell? You a rapper, you can't talk. You be crying talking about you on crack and crazy sh*t.

I saw Envy hugged up with his girl all weekend. You think I want to comment? What I look like commenting under his picture, 'Why you all hugged up?' Nah. That (him loving his girl) looks good."
 

Meek continued:

"I don't know what's going on nowadays. You supposed to be gay because you a street ni**a?"
 

Then. Meek was asked to respond to social media folks saying he only sold over 200,000 units because of his relationship with Nicki.  He said:

"The reason I been hopping on these jets and rocking all this ice and walking around with all this money is because of Nicki right? (Laughs)

It's BEEN like that though. I don't understand why people be saying that. Before [Rick] Ross, before Nicki, I was in of my city in front of 25,000 every year and they're singing word for word. I was getting 15-20,000 a show. When Ross came in, I was getting more and more a show. I'm getting older and things are just blowing up. I'm never declining. Things are either even or forward."

He did credit his boo with getting him a radio hit:

"Nicki helped me with that. That's what comes with having a girl that's a hustler. I was like 'I'm trying to crush the streets and I'll try that later.'  She was like, no, you need a radio record because it just puts you in a different light, and people look at you a different way and it puts you in different conversations in the business."
 

Watch the video below:

In other Meek Mill news, his latest album “DREAMS WORTH MORE THAN MONEY” debuted at #1 on Billboard, it's his first #1 album. He can't lie and say this Nicki relationship didn't help just a little....

 

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WINNING: Ciara Named New TopShop USA Ambassador!

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The wins just keep piling up for Ciara.  Find out about her brand new major fashion gig inside...

Ciara is giving hope to pop starlets everywhere that even if you sell a handful of albums, you too can still land major fashion and modeling deals.  Oh, and a fine ass ridiculously paid NFL quarterback boyfriend too.

Tonight, at the Fashion Retail Academy Awards in London, 29-year-old Ciara was announced as the brand new USA Ambassador of TopShop!

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UK fashion house Lipsy London broke the news tonight saying:

"You heard it here first @ciara is @Topshop's New USA Brand Ambassador #HotOfThePress"

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Afterwards, Ciara posted a pic with the head honcho saying:

So Cool Hearing Sir Phillip Introduce Me As The New Brand Ambassador For @TopShop #USA!!!!! I'm So Excited!
#TopShop

The British-based TopShop is a heavy hitter here in the States, so we see plenty of major editorials and ad campaigns in Ciara's future.

Congrats!

 

 

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CAUGHT ON VIDEO: New Footage Alleges Benzino And Althea's "LAHH ATL" Marriage Proposal Was FAKED For TV!

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We've long heard that certain scenes for Mona Scott's cash cow "LAHH ATL" were fake or re-created, but does that include those tear-stained marriage proposals too?  Watch footage of Benzino and Althea's engagement and decide for yourself.

 

And.......ACTION!

We've known for a while that many reality shows "fake" scenes or "re-create" scenarios, and now we've got some alleged video proof.  Earlier this week, former "LAHH ATL" stars Althea Heart and Benzino revealed that they're expecting a son.  While the news was met with a mix of approval and shade (watch Althea combat Instagram trolls here), it made fans question the couple's intentions.  Is the marriage real?  Is Thea really pregnant?

Now....someone is out to prove that they faked their tv proposal.  The clip below shows two scenarios.  From what we gather, the FIRST half was the actual proposal.  Thea looks genuinely surprised.  The second half (which aired on "LAHH"), is what seems "re-created."

What does this prove?  Hmmm....it doesn't prove anything we didn't already know.  But it does make us question all of these scenes that social media really gets hyped up about.  The fighting...the cheating...the back-stabbing...is something a "reality" it if has a script and 20-man camera crew? 

Check the video footage below:

 

 

WHO RUN THE WORLD....GIRLS!: Beyonce Joins The FIGHT To End Inequality — Set To Headline 2015 Global Citizen Festival

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Our girl Beyonce is back on her do-gooder ish. And this time, she’s using her starpower to help end inequality for girls and women through Global Citizen and Chime for Change. Queen Bey will be headlining a FREE concert in NYC soon, but there’s a catch to get the tickets. Deets inside…..

Following her humanitarian visit to Haiti a few months ago, Beyonce is back on her do-gooder steez. And this time, she’s joining the fight to help girls and women across the world to have a better life and to end extreme poverty by 2030.

Working with Global Citizen and Chime for Change (co-founded by Bey), Mrs. Carter is helping to raise global awareness for girls’ and women’s equality. Chime for Change will be creating hundreds of initiatives dedicated to education, health and justice for girls and women everywhere. And we all know Bey is part of the good fight for women’s rights, so it makes perfect sense for the mega star to join in on the movement.

Today, we learned the “Flawless” one will be headlining the 2015 Global Citizen Festival (along with co-headliners Ed Sheeran, Coldplay& Pearl Jam) set to go down Saturday, September 26th on the Great Lawn in Central Park in NYC. Her husband Jay Z headlined the concert last year while Bey rocked the Sound of Change concert in London in 2013.

The concert is free, BUT you have to take action against poverty for a chance to nab a ticket. Fans must take online ‘actions’ on globalcitizenfestival.com to help the world’s poor. A completed Action Journey enters Global Citizens into a lottery to win a pair of festival tickets. Sweet!

The festival will be livestreamed worldwide on TIDAL’s global stream, msnbc, YouTube’s livestream, iHeartRadio, NBC’s one-hour special, and BBC Worldwide’s distribution.

Check out Beyonce (who looks amazing) announcing the partnership below:

 

 

EXTRAS:
1. Jazmine Sullivan will be opening up for Sam Smith’s summer tour in Raleigh, North Carolina on July 23rd and Columbia, MD July 24th. She will also be flexing her vocals at the Tom Joyner’s Family Reunion on July 31st, Steve Harvey’s Neighborhood Awards on August 8th, and the Central Park Summer Stage on August 23rd.
 

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