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LET 'EM KNOW: Angela Bassett Has The Best Response To White Actor Joseph Fiennes Being Cast As Michael Jackson In New Film

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Chile, the Brits went and cast a white man to play Michael Jackson for an upcoming British tv series.  Get their unintentional shade inside, and Angela Bassett's epic response....

If you've seen Shakespeare in Love, you've seen Joseph Fiennes (who played Shakespeare) and your'e well aware that he's a white Britishman.  So why would he be cast as Michael Jackson in an upcoming British tv special?  Shade! 

Fiennes will play the late Michael Jackson in a half-hour comedy special set to air on Sky TV entitled "Elizabeth, Michael, and Marlon."

The show will also star Brian Cox as Marlon Brando and Stockard Channing as Elizabeth Taylor.  The premise: A comedy telling the story of how Michael, Marlon and Elizabeth all took a road trip together out of NYC to escape 9/11.  Huh?!

According to Vanity Fair, Elizabeth's friend Sam Kashner said in his book, Elizabeth Taylor’s Closing Act, that Liz told him this car trip actually happened.  Apparently, Michael was having concerts at Madison Square Garden September 7th and September 10th, so he invited his friends Marlon and Liz to attend.  Here's what the publication says was in the book:

All three found themselves trapped in the city after the Twin Towers fell. Michael had gotten a call from friends in Saudi Arabia who warned that America was under attack. He hollered down the hallway of his hotel for everyone in his entourage, and for Brando, to leave immediately. Elizabeth was staying at another hotel, the St. Regis, a few blocks away. Now here’s where the story gets complicated. In one version, these three towering icons of American pop culture planned their escape, afraid that they would be the next target. Michael and Brando had trouble leaving their hotel garage because fans kept banging on the car windows, following them down the street, screaming. Unable to fly, they drove out of the city.

Fast forward to this now becoming a tv special.  And Joseph has now been cast as Michael.

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When news hit the net, actor Orlando Jones said he'd rather Angela play Liz, since color is obviously no barrier.  Her response:

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Hilar.

 

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Kanye Goes From Sour To Sweet With Paparazzi After Wiz Khalifa Beef + Rhianna Spotted Chillin' At Hotel Before Album Release

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Wednesday was a huge day inside the Roc Nation camp.  Rihanna was chillin' around her L.A. hotel having fun with friends right before her new album was released.  Plus Kanye West refused to explain himself to the paparazzi after that Wiz Khalifa beef, then he got straight on his Gemini flip-the-script ish.  Pics inside...

So, after that epic Twitter meltdown from Kanye that lead to him once again disrespecting his ex Amber Rose (and her baby and ex husband Wiz Khalifa), 'Ye jetted to the airport to fly out of L.A.

Paparazzi flocked to him to find out WTF was up with him, of course, but he wasn't here for it.  He went off about "already saying what he had to say."

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He had THAT look...that same look from when he previously beat down a paparazzi videographer.  But randomly, something made him flip the switch and then he became the most polite guy on earth.

True Gemini ish.  Check out the run-in below:

 

Elsewhere in L.A.:

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Right before Rihanna's Anti album embarked on its surprise (and slightly messy) release late Wednesday night, she was spotted kicking back in a t-shirt and jeans at her L.A. hotel, the Sunset Marquis.  She looked to be joking around with her security and hugging friends good bye before leaving.

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It also looks like Ri will also be making some type of guest appearance at this year's GRAMMYS.  So, have you copped Anti yet?  Thoughts?

 

Photos: Fame/Flynet

The Smith Clan Takeover: Willow Models New Sock Line + Jada Spotted On New Orleans Set of New Movie + Will Pushes "Concussion" In Madrid

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The Smith family is carrying on about their busy lives after adding to the storm of #OscarSoWhite controversy.  Find out what they're up to inside...

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Willow Smith is getting her model behavior on as she taps into her extra free spirited and eclectic style.  The 15-year-old teamed up with Stance Socks on a new collection, so you already know she's serving every color, print and pattern possible.

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Pretty.  The Stance Socks heads described Willow as the perfect curator for their brand saying:

"We’d call Willow Smith the ultimate provocateur of artistic expression, but even a label like that feels a little too finite for someone so impossible to define."

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Get more of her funky collection, out later this year, in the video below:

 

   

Down in New Orleans, Willow's mom Jada Pinkett Smith is filming a new movie called Bad Moms:

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That explains why she's dressed like she's headed to a Bake Sale and PTA meeting.  Jada threw on her UGGS to go have an intense phone convo.

We have a feeling it's going to be a comedy as her co-stars are fellow celeb moms Mila Kunis and Kristen Bell.

Down in Madrid:

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Will Smith is still pushing his Concussion movie and catching up with his international fans at the Spanish premiere at the Callao cinema.

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He may not have gotten an Oscar nod, but his fans still have mad love for him.

 

Photos: Getty/STANCE/Pacific Coast News

BARBIE Gets A Curvy, Height & Skin Tone Makeover. The Official New Squad Is EVERYTHING.

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Ok, we're about to start collecting Barbies again like it's the 80's.  Because MATTEL just went and gave the official BARBIE a major makeover, and the new squad of dolls unveiled today is everything.  Deets and pics inside....

Brand new Barbies are hitting shelves all this year.  And it's revolutionizing the BARBIE company. For the first time in its 57 year existence, the original Barbie will now come in a range of options: 4 body types, 7 skin tones, 22 eye colors, 24 hairstyles, and countless on-trend fashions and accessories.

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Adorbs!

According to the MATTEL Shop website and its new video, the company is taking its investment in girlhood to a new level.  The website states:

Girls everywhere now have infinitely more ways to play out their stories and spark their imaginations through Barbie. Along with more overall diversity, we proudly add three new body types to our line. Here’s a look at why we did this, and the team that made it possible. #TheDollEvolves
This is just the beginning. From offering products that feature more empowering and imaginative roles to partnering with best in class role models, we believe in girls and their limitless potential. #YouCanBeAnything

First up, The 2016 Barbie® Fashionistas Doll and Spy Squad collections:

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Also on deck this spring and summer are collections like Game Developer Career of the Year and President & Vice President.

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We're obsessed with the poppin' natural hair, the flawless brown skin and adorable outfits.  Well played, Barbie.

 

Photos: MATTEL

MODEL BEHAVIOR: Naomi Campbell & A$AP Rocky Are All Over Each Other In POP Magazine + Chanel Iman Sexes Up Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Launch

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Naomi Campbell is aging backwards, it seems.  So it's only right she's starring in a steamy photoshoot with rapper & fashionisto A$AP Rocky for POP Magazine.  Get the oddly sexy twosome inside, plus A$AP's ex Chanel Iman being gorgeous at the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit fan festival launch in Miami....

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For the cover of POP Magazine's issue #34, supermodel Naomi Campbell and rapper A$AP Rocky are teaming up for a super sexy cover and spread for the mag's 650 pages of fashion happening inside.

Get into all the facial structure and cheekbones below:

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Nice!

 

Meanwhile, down in Miami, A$AP's ex Chanel Iman is helping to launch Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit Fan Festival:

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Loving this dress.

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The Fan Festival goes down next month in NYC and Miami and SI fans can come out and meet the models.

 

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Cute.

POUR UP: Kelly Rowland Gets STUNNING In Royal Blue To Escape With Fans & A Few Seagram's Cocktails

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Kelly Rowland is the sexiest bartender, like, ever.  Get pics inside of her pouring up drinks for fans and media for a fun event in NYC inside...

For Seagram's #SingleBestDayEver event in New York this week, Kelly Rowland partnered with the brand to mix up her fave signature drinks for folks in attendance.  The "Kisses Down Low" singer showed up in this sexy blue jumpsuit and nude pumps to serve up a little drinky drink:

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Perfect color and fit for her.

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Kelly created two new flavors for Seagram's Escapes, Pink Pineapple Passion and Orange Sassy Swirl.  Yum!

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Immediately after the event, Kelly jetted out of snowy New York and headed back to her baby boy Titan in L.A.  The fab mom was spotted out running errands with the little cutie today.  Check out a pic HERE.

Next up for the busy mom?

She's releasing new music next month and is starring on the upcoming BET reality show "Chasing Destiny" premiering April 5. 

 

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Toni Braxton Says L.A. Reid Bought That Porsche With His Own Money + Toni Puts Mansion On The Market For $3.4 Mill

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Toni Braxton is finally speaking out and clarifying a couple things from the Unbreak My Heart biopic.  And you may be shocked to hear what she had to say about L.A. Reid.  Get it inside, plus she's selling her Calabasas mansion for millions....

Now that we know the Unbreak My Heart biopic was a major hit for Lifetime, powerhouse singer Toni is speaking up about a few things she wants to clear up.  While we ALL thought L.A. Reid pulled the same "I'm going to gift you something using YOUR money" stunt he and wife Pebbles allegedly pulled with TLC, Toni said that's not the case.

Here's what she posted to her FB page this week:

Have you guys seen the numbers...Wow!

Thanks so much for believing in me! I wish I could thank you all individually, but who I do have to thank is Pebbles! As I mentioned in my Memoir, She's done nothing in my career except support me. She was very influential in helping me develop my sense of style; without her, I would still be carrying my Dooney & Bourke bag and a Liz Claiborne triangle designer purse .

In addition, I have to thank L.A. Reid as well. The Porsche we bet on was a gift purchased with his own personal funds. I've been holding my breath all weekend long...but now, thanks to YOU all, I can finally Breathe Again!!!

Ha.  Chick is making SURE Pebbles and 'em don't come with the legal papers.

In other news, Toni is selling her 5,323 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms Calabasas mansion.  According to reports , she's selling it for $3.495 million, close to half a million more than she paid for it back in 2014.

Toni hasn't said why she's selling the single-story French Country farmhouse McMansion, but if all the other times she sold her homes is any indication, she likely wants to free up some cash.

 

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Porsha Williams, Tyra Banks, Laila Ali & More Join "Celebrity Apprentice" + Gilbert Arenas KEEPS Saying Dumb Ish About Flint Residents After Deleting His IG

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The new cast of "Celebrity Apprentice" celebrated with their premiere party last night.  Porsha Williams'"smarts" are going to be put on display this season.  Get more about the cast inside, plus the latest foolery of Gilbert Arenas...

Thursday night at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows in Santa Monica, the brand new cast of "Celebrity Apprentice" was unveiled.

Porsha Williams (and fellow "Housewife" Kyle Richards) has joined season 8, which we're sure was a cross promo deal as Bravo is part of the NBC family.  Lisa Leslie, Laila Ali and former NFLer Ricky Williams are other YBFers who have joined the cast.

As for who's taking over Donald Trump's spot: Arnold Schwarzenegger is the new host.

The cast and crew are moving production from NY to LA, and things are going to get interesting.

The 16 contenders are: Laila Ali, Brooke Burke-Charvet, Eric Dickerson, Boy George, Matt Iseman, Carrie Keagan, Carson Kressley, Lisa Leslie, Jon Lovitz, Vince Neil, Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi, Kyle Richards, Chael Sonnen, Porsha Williams, Ricky Williams and Carnie Wilson.

They pulled a few heavy hitters as advisors: New mom Tyra Banks (we see she's not slowing down as much as we thought she was), Jessica Alba, Warren Buffett and more.

The winner will receive a $250,000 check for the charity of their choice.

 

 

Too all the #FlintThugs in my DM saying theyre gonna whoop my ass,imma let you know right now...thats a bad investment on your part..#BREAKDOWN if u have the freedom too come whoop my ass,lets me know ur a #DBOY...with that being said..#weed prices in #michigan right now is $3500-4000 for a #P, so yo plug will hit you with $3800-4500...you gonna have too get that on #consignment..I dont see a detriot plug fronting a whole #P too somebody from #flint..you gonna be stuck with a #ounce LMAO thats gonna cost you $450-500 Quick math tells me #28grams at $20 will get u $560 after u pay the plug back..you plus $50-110...youve been in that #30degreeweather,slaving in the cold for 2 days FOR $50 haha #getajob....at this rate you will be flipping for about 7 weeks before you can afford that #68mileflinttodetriot$70UBERXride and that round trip ticket too LAX on #spirit which is $600...another #uber from LAX too the valley and back $90...lets recap alittle,7 weeks of slanging in the snow, $140 from flint too dtown and back...$600 for the round trip too cali and back..$90 #uberX from the valley and back .. So far youve invested $830 in whooping my ass,YALL LOSING..ass whoppings are suppose be FREE hahahaha once you do get too me..IMMA RUN #teamkenya on this side...im like #Gstate im out on the break lmaooo yo silly ass spent $830 for good weather and cardio lmaooooo @jackpot_thejuice sounds like I won this FIGHT hahaha #thoughtyouwantedtoobattle #gettheweedpricesdown

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In other news, former NBA baller and constant ish talker Gilbert Arenas is still acting the fool on Instagram. A couple of days ago, he took his foolishness too far when he posted a pic of flint water saying:

“Am I the only dude blocking any girl from Flint right now? Hahahahah. Sorry ladies, but your dirtiness is public. You’ve been washing your a** with dirty lead water for months. Can’t be f*cking no sour pus. Hit me when you move to 8 Mile.”

Cracking jokes about the unfortunate situation of an entire poisoned city?

Well, he deleted his IG.  But apparently he had a backup ready to go.  And he's STILL talking.  Check out his post above where he defends his foolery.

Oh Gilbert...

In other news, his ex wife Laura Govan has been cast for the TVOne show "The Next 15".

 

EXTRAS:

1.  LaLa Anthony is Executive Producing Timbaland's new hip hop docudrama about DJs, vixens and social media stars trying to become empires.  STORY

 

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Kanye West Responds To Amber Rose, Says "I'm Not Into That Kinda Sh*t" + More Of Amber's Podcast Clap Back

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Kanye West is BACK.  He's responding to Amber Rose's #FingerInTheBooty slap heard around the world.  Get his response inside, and hear what else Amber had to say about her ex's antics....

It took 24 hours to respond, but respond he did. 

On Wednesday night, Amber Rose responded to Kanye's Twitter rant that dragged her and her child into the mix for no reason.  Her final response to 'Ye was:

It was epic enough for 'Ye to delete all his 20+ tweets he had just put up.

Now, a whole day later, he's breaking his silence claiming he's actually NOT into all that.

Oh.

 

Meanwhile, more from Amber's podcast interview has leaked.  Before the full episode airs today, a source tells Page Six that Amber called 'Ye a “f—–g clown.”  Oh, and she also dished on her bestie Blac Chyna and Rob Kardashian:

[Amber] confirmed the couple’s status during an interview set to air on the podcast “Allegedly” on Friday, explaining how the new relationship is good for both Chyna and Kardashian.

“Amber said the vibe between them is right,” a source told Page Six of the yet-to-be-released interview.

“She thinks Rob is an awesome guy and Chyna is cooking him meals now and helping him. They seem really happy,” said our source.

Interesting...

FOOLYWANG MATERIAL: Rick Ross Brings Ex Shateria To His Party While His NEW Girlfriend Cried In The Corner...IN THE SAME DRESS!

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We couldn't make this ish up.  Rick Ross has some major balls to pull the stunt he just pulled last night.  Or, he's just being a typical rapper who knows the women will flock to him no matter what.  We've got EXCLUSIVE DETAILS on how Rozay had his ex chick and his new chick battling it out at his 40th birthday party inside...

 

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Rick Ross apparently made his 40th birthday party the place to do whatever the hell he wanted.  Because last night at his Atlanta estate, he had multiple women -- exes and currents -- front and center at his black tie affair. 

Pics and video have been circulating of the rapper pulling up to his own party with his ex, Shateria, on his arm.  So who was the girl with the exact same off-the-rack Balmain dress on as Shateria? His new chick Cortney!

Here's what we've exclusively learned: Rick and Cortney have been dating for about a month.  She is from Philly (he likely met her there while visiting his homie Meek Mill often) and has been staying with Rick at his home in Miami.

She's a 24-year-old aspiring model, as they usually are.  Sources close to Cortney tell us, she thought for sure she was his next big thing after his recent break up with Lira Galore

We're told Rick brought her to Atlanta for his big bash, stashed her in his estate (the same place the party took place), but was M.I.A. all day on his birthday yesterday.  Cortney allegedly told folks on her styling team that he told her he would be "staying at a hotel with some 'friends'" and to "meet her at the party."

Chile...

Despite internet chatter that Ricky himself put Cortney and Shateria in the same Balmain dress, that's actually not exactly the case.  Cortney was given a few funds to go buy herself soemthing nice, so she and her "stylist" trekked it to Neiman's in Atlanta and bought the Balmain dress, which was marked down to a few thouand bucks.  Shateria just so happened to purchase and wear the exact same dress.

When Rick made his arrival with Shateria, Cortney was at the door and saw the entire hoopla happen in front of her eyes.  We're told she couldn't hold back tears and fled to cry in a corner while being consoled by Ricky's security.  Eventually, security escorted her out of the party!

But that's not all, we're told Rick had a few other girls he's been "seeing" at the party too.  Even his ex, actress Kimberly Elise, was in the mix!

Shateria stayed at the party and remained unbothered.  We're told she actually was completely unaware of Cort's presence or existence.  The fashion maven was captured on Rick's snap arriving in his car to the party:

And inside, they were all over each other:

Unfortunately, Cort thought that would be HER role, and that was evident from the pics she took around the estate before the party:

She said:

Damn.  Just a week ago, she snapped a pic by Rick's pool seemingly gloating about the fact he was "grooming" her:

Let's set higher standards in 2016...

UPDATE: As for Lira Galore's messy response to it all?

 

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Ha.

Photos: ATLPics.net/Rick's Snapchat/Cort's IG

Jussie Smollett -- “I Am A Gay Man,” But Hasn’t Completely Ruled Out Being With A Woman

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Jussie Smollett is opening up about his sexuality in the newest issue of OUT magazine. Inside, he talks about being a gay man with an open heart…so open that if he fell in love with a woman, he wouldn’t totally rule it out.  Highlights inside….

“Empire” breakout star Jussie Smollet went from being known as Jurnee Smollett-Bell’s brother into a bonafide star in the last year. When “Empire” hit primetime television, it instantly transformed into a hit series on the FOX network, breaking records week after week.

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On the show, Jussie plays Jamal Lyon, the gay middle son of a Hip Hop family empire who yearns to become a big superstar. Once folks learned Jussie’s character was gay, everyone was wondering…Is he gay in real life too?

With so much speculation surrounding his sexuality, Jussie decided to address it on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” last March, saying he was never in a closet and that he preferred to keep his personal life private.

"I was ready to talk about it,” Jussie told OUT magazine. “She [Ellen] told me, ‘You don’t have to.’ I will be forever grateful to Ellen for the kindness she showed me. And that made me want to talk about it.”

In the newst issue of OUT magazine, he opens up like never before and is totally transparant about his sexual life.

“I am a gay man with an extremely open heart,” he says, easy and assured until he’s asked to elaborate on what that means to him. “God, I’ve never had to talk about this, so I’m trying to find the words. If I had to label myself, I would label myself as a gay man. With that said, I believe that love is the only thing that matters, and I would hope that anybody would leave themselves open — not to gender, but to love. "

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Jussie then reveals he hasn’t completely ruled out women. He said if he happens to fall in love with a woman, then he’s going to be with that woman.

“I would hope that people would not close themselves off from what could be if, lo and behold, you meet somebody that just sweeps you off your feet, and you just can’t do anything about it,” he said. “If we truly believe that we are born this way, then why do we try to stifle the way we were born? If I fall in love down the road with a woman, I’m going to love that woman.”

Well ladies, it looks like you MAY still have a shot, if you want one. He went on to say,

“But this is a conversation that deserves to be had, because we don’t all understand each other. You’re not going to tell me that loving someone is wrong. That does not mean that heterosexuality is not very real. It does not mean that bisexuality is not very real. It does not mean that homosexuality is not very real. They are all very real. But what I’m saying is, I am a gay man. I am a gay man. I am a gay man. I don’t know how many times I have to say that.”

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As far as his coming out, he had tons of support from his real family and also his on-screen family. Golden Globe winner Taraji P. Henson offered up some advice to Jussie, straight talk, no chaser.

“She said, ‘Who gives a fuck? I don’t tell these motherfuckers that I’m straight. Why the fuck do you have to tell them that you’re gay?’ That was so O.G., and it just made me love her even more.”

Loves her!

In the interview, Jussie noted was dating a guy, whom he called a “wonderful person,” over the past year, but it seems they may have called it quits. He said,

“I have way too much love to give not to find my baby for life, but I don’t think now is the time.”

The 32-year-old actor ended the interview with another gem saying,

“I don’t believe that we were created to hate. I believe that we were created only to love. Love is the root of the happiest of times and of wars. Love, or lack of love — but love is the root of everything.”

You can check out his full interview over at OUT magazine.

"Empire" will take over our televisions once again in March. Who's ready?

 

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So...Oscars Nab Whoopi Goldberg & Kevin Hart To Present At Awards Amid Diversity Controversy

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Well this interesting. The Academy Awards is working overdrive to bring some diversity to this year’s #OscarsSoWhite ceremony nabbing Whoopi Goldberg and Kevin Hart to present. Get the deets on the black presenters and performers they have nabbed inside…

Ever since the Oscar nominations were announced, talk about diversity in Hollywood has been the hot topic of discussion everywhere. YBF Celebs are boycotting, others have publicly said they’re not boycotting, and everyone has an opinion about people of color being seemingly snubbed by the Academy Award.

Now, in the midst of all the controversy, the Academy is (not so) subtly making strides in trying to make this year’s #OscarsSoWhite more diverse.

Remember when we told you the Oscars were scrambling to enlist a few prominent black presenters to pass out awards? Well, it looks like they’ve accomplished their goal.

According to THR, “The View” co-host Whoopi Goldberg and Ride Along 2 star Kevin Hart will be among the presenters who will be handing out Oscars at the 88th Academy Awards. As for the performances, they’ve tapped Pharrell Williams and The Weeknd (whose song "Earned It" was nominated for Best Original Song) to rock out on stage during the ceremony on February 28th.

Also, Academy President Cheryl Boone Isaacs recently pledged to doubling the number of women and diverse members of the Academy by 2020.

Interesting. So we have to ask, is now throwing in a few black presenters and performers enough?  Or is it a slap in the face?

 

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EXCLUSIVE SNEAK PEEK: Benzino Breaks Down In Tears On "Marriage Bootcamp: Reality Stars" About Getting Shot By Nephew

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Remember when "LAHH" star Benzino got shot at his mother's funeral...by his own cousin?!  Well for the first time he's opening up about it on TV...and he broke down crying.  Get it inside...

Another night, another overly emotional night in the "Marriage Bootcamp" house.  on tonight's episode of "Marriage Bootcamp: Reality Stars," the couples are trying to get down to their sources of hurt and forgiveness.  The way Benzino and baby's mother Althea Heart have been fighting -- and we mean FIGHTING (Althea tried to beat Zino down in their bedroom on camera!) -- we're sure their sources of hurt are freaking huge.

So, while working on forgiving, Benzino revealed he was ambushed by the gunman -- his nephew -- who shot him on the day of his mother’s funeral.  Tragic.

Also on tonight's episode, Sundy Carter reveals a MAJOR secret about her past and the person who stole her innocence....

"Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars" airs Fridays at 9p EST.

Beyoncé Gets BOLLYWOOD FAB In New Coldplay Video "Hymn For The Weekend"

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Get ready for some stunning imagery as Beyonce and Coldplay take to the streets of Mumbai for the band's new "Hymn for the Weekend" video. Check it inside...

Colplay's new video for "Hymn for the Weekend" ft. Beyonce is here.  For a song that only took Bey five minutes to record, they surely spent tons of time on the visuals.  And we love it.

The Carters' bestie Chris Martin and his band Coldplay headed to Mumbai (it's unclear if Beyonce also traveled or if she shot separately) to expose the beauty of the streets of the Indian city.

From the ornate gown to that KILLER makeup to the colorful floral wall and the natural beauty of the city, the vid is definitely serving eyegasms galore.  Check it below:

Next up for Bey: Superbwl 50!

 

“BBW: L.A.” Star Malaysia Pargo Films New Season In A Waist Trainer + Aretha Franklin Comes For Patti LaBelle With Her Own Food Line

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Malaysia Pargo was spotted out in her colorful waist trainer filming for the upcoming season of “Basketball Wives: L.A.” In other news, Aretha Franklin is ready to start a food war with Patti LaBelle (and her sweet potato pies) with her own new food line. Pics and deets inside….

According to “Basketball Wives: L.A.” star Malaysia Pargo, being snatched is a major key to life. So, it’s only right she keeps that tiny waist cinched as she films for the upcoming 5th season of the hit reality show.

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The ex-wife of NBA free agent Jannero Pargo hit the streets of L.A. recently rocking a colorful waist trainer as cameras followed her around. She’s clearly about that “waist gang” life….and thirst trap videos. Check it:

 

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Anything to make that dollar.

In other news....

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Move over Patti LaBelle! The Queen of Soul is coming for you and your Patti Pies.

Iconic songstress Aretha Franklin is gearing up to launch her own food line. And she’s set to take down all of the competition. During an interview with Detriot’s Local News 4 Today, Aretha revealed she will be coming out with her own pies, PLUS some of her other famous dishes such as her chili, gumbo and baked chicken and dressing. Yum!

When asked if she has tried any of Patti LaBelle’s sweet potato pies, she responded, “No, I haven’t. But, Miss Patti is going to have to move that pie to the side!” 

Bloop.

The Grammy Award winning singer said she has already met up with a food group in Phoenix to start developing her line of food. No word yet on a release date.

We wonder if Aretha will find the same success as Patti did after her superfan James Chanel Wright gave her the review of a lifetime. They should host a cook-off to see who would reign supreme. We'd be here for it.

 

Photos: INF/Getty/Malaysia's IG


The Internets Are Buzzing That Amina Buddafly Is ALLEGEDLY Pregnant By Peter Gunz (AGAIN), But She Didn't Look Pregnant A Few Days Ago

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Y’all are not going to believe this ish. We’re having a hard time believing it ourselves. Word on the curb is that Amina Buddafly allegedly revealed she’s PREGNANT again during a taping of “Love & Hip Hop: NY” last night. And, of course, it’s Peter Gunz’s baby. Deets inside…

“LAHH: NY” sisterwives Amina Buddafly and Tara Wallace are committed to the fullest extent to keep an interesting (and kinda sick) storyline.

There are rumors floating around on social media that Amina, who is married to Peter Gunz, revealed she is 3-months pregnant by Peter after supposedly having an abortion. You’ll recall, she revealed on the show a few weeks ago that she had an abortion because she was finally fed up with Peter’s ish and wasn’t taking him back.

Well, that all went out the door, likely when she found out his other baby mama, Tara Wallace, is pregnant by Peter. (In case you missed her pregnancy shoot, check it out HERE).

According to ThaCelebritea, someone tipped them off that Amina made this revelation during the taping of the “LAHH:NY” reunion show last night. Then, this picture of Amina (above) popped up where folks are saying she has a baby bump. *turns head sideways * Hmm…

The person who posted the picture is singer-songwriter Rell Cox. He was tagged in the picture posted on the IG account.  When we went to his account, the picture is no longer there. Hmm…wonder why he deleted? By the way, he recently made his account private as well.

Then we came across a few flicks of Amina performing at The Bitter End nightclub in NYC a few nights ago. In the picture below, there doesn’t really look like much of a bump there:

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In another flick from the show, her husband Peter was spotted in the mix. He came out to support his wifey...so maybe they're on good terms again?

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#CreepLife

Three weeks ago, Amina's stomach looked SUPER flat:

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But, chick has been dropping subliminals rocking a lot of flowy tops lately...

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But a week ago, she didn't look bloated in the abdomen area. So, we're not exactly if she's really pregnant or not. What we do know is, the truth will come out soon because Amina probably can't wait to get back at Tara publicly. That's just how basic this whole situation is.

We've got to do better...

 

 

Photos: Amina's IG/@rellcox/@fancym3/@hotbooy

 

BORN A BOSS: Rick Ross CELEBRATES 40th Birthday At Extravagant Mansion Bash, Monica & Shannon Brown, Keri Hilson, Ludacris & MORE Attend

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Pour it up! Rick Ross turned the big 4-0 yesterday and he made sure to celebrate with a slew of his celeb friends in his massive Georgia mansion. Peep pics of Monica & Shannon Brown, Keri Hilson, Ludacris and many more inside….

MMG honcho Rick Ross rolled out the red carpet for himself as he celebrated his 40th birthday with an extravagant bash held at his massive Georgia mansion (former home of Evander Holyfield). It was a star-studded affair with plenty of his celeb friends.

FYI -- In case you missed all the drama surrounding Rozay bringing his ex-chick Shateria (above) and his new chick Cortney (both wearing the same dress) to the party that resulted in one of them crying in a corner…click HERE.

Rozay pulled out all the stops offering an entrance of white horses, a late night Waffle House eatery display and pours of free-flowing Luc Belaire bubbly, which was paired with the evening’s dinner feast. Before everyone left, Rozay gifted his guests with personalized magnum sized bottles of Belaire Rosé and hot Krispy Kreme doughnuts. Ha!

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The soiree was a black tie affair and everyone came dressed the part. Married couple Monica and Shannon Brown brought the coupledom fab as they arrived on the red carpet for the birthday bash.

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The CODE RED songstress kept it smoking hot in a Yousef Aljasmi gown and a Pologeorgis fur. YAS!

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O, heeeey Keri! Singer-songwriter Keri Hilson popped up in this colorful sequin number that showed off her killer legs with a high split and a little cleavage peaking through a plunging neckline.

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Reality star Joseline Hernandez sure had her lady lumps on display in this yellow printed gown. We’ve actually been feeling Joseline’s more “polished” looks lately, but it appears she may be reverting back to her old style, just a tad.

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Rapper Ludacris left his wife Eudoxie at home and hit the party solo, looking dapper all dressed up. 

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Music industry titan Jermaine Dupri posed it up before hitting the 1s and 2s.

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Down South rapper Yo Gotti was in the mix. Wonder who DMs he hopped in after the party.

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Atlanta rapper Young Thug always keeps it interesting with his ensembles.

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Former NFLer Chad Ochocinco, who has been melting our hearts with sweet videos of his daughter Kennedi, enjoyed a dad's night out.

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Well this was a surprise. Comedian Katt Williams, in his red Kangol, came out to party.

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ATL producer Polow da Don kept a low profile behind a pair of sunnies. #BeardGang

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Music industry vet Michael Kyser looked ready to party.

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Reality star Marlo Hampton made sure to make a statement in her floor-length mink coat.

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"Rickey Smiley Morning Show" co-host Headkrack was also in the mix.

Inside, Rozay greeted his guests and hit the dance floor:

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Rozay's mom Tommie Roberts came out to celebrate with the birthday boy. Cute.

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JD hopped on the 1s and 2s to provide the tunes:

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And we spotted V-103 radio host Big Tigger snapping it up with the fellas. with

Monica had some fun in the photobooth with her hubby Shannon, Keri and Rozay's ex-girl Shateria:

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Fun times!

 

In other Rozay news...

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We’ve all been watching Rozay shrink before our eyes thanks to a healthy diet (prepared by his personal chef Amaris Jones) and vigorous workout routines that he has dubbed RossFit.

Now, he’s dishing on the foods he eats that helped him drop the weight in GQ magazine. He also revealed he has lost a total of 100lbs right before his 40th birthday. Nice!

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If want to eat like the Bawse (and drop a few lbs yourself), check out a typical menu of foods he likes to eat below:

Breakfast

• Grass-fed lamb loin chops and farm-fresh truffle-dill eggs

• Coconut-yogurt parfait with fresh organic fruit

• Fresh beet juice blended with lemons, honey, and mint “After you’ve done a RossFit—better known as a CrossFit—workout for 25 minutes and you walk in and Amaris hands you an ice-cold glass of beet juice, it’s the best-tasting fluid in the world.”

 

Snack

• Asian pears with cinnamon, mint, and honey

“I love pears. Most definitely—it’s a fact.”

• Roasted sriracha cauliflower

• Wingstop lemon-pepper wings

“I’m a big chicken guy, and Wingstop chicken wings are my number one go-to, so I just got involved with the company. I purchased a few franchises myself. I like to consider myself a global brand ambassador.”

• Two liters of water infused with mint, cucumber, and lemon (five times a day)

Lunch

• Boss Caesar Salad with oven-fried shallots and grilled organic chicken breast

“I remember the first time eating my chef’s Caesar salad. It was just like one of those moments in the movie theater when everything gets quiet.”

Dinner

• Grass-fed skirt steak with chimichurri sauce

• Baked organic-kale casserole

• One glass of Luc Belaire Brut sparkling wine

Happy Birthday Rozay!

Photos: Paras Griffin via Getty/ATLpics.net/GQ/Monica's IG/Shannon's IG

Kerry Washington CLOWNS Around At Hasty Pudding Theatricals Then Gets Serious & Confirms She Will Not Boycott Oscars

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Kerry Washington had loads of fun accepting her Pudding Pot Woman of the Year award at the Hasty Pudding Theatricals yesterday. After clowning around (throwing pie and wine in the face of a Donald Trump look-a-like), she got serious and dished on the Oscars controversy. Find out all she said inside….

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EMMY nominated actress Kerry Washington had one of the best times accepting an award yesterday. The “Scandal” star trekked it to Harvard University to accept the 2016 Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year Award at the 2016 Hasty Pudding Theatricals, the university's prominent theater troupe, in Boston, Massachusetts.

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The 38-year-old star, who celebrates a birthday on Sunday, received a grand welcome as she was paraded down Massachusetts Avenue surrounded by Hasty Pudding men dressed in drag.

Once inside Farkas Hall....

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The YBF actress participated in a roasting with the Harvard students for their annual spectacular production. She kept it cute in an all black ensemble. Styled by Erin Walsh, Kerry rocked a lace Self Portrait top, a leather skirt by Sea New York, Isabel Marant booties, and Jennifer Meyer jewels.

During a segment in the production, Kerry brought the laughs as she got the chance to throw a pie and wine in the face of a Donald Trump look-a-like. Hilar! Check it:

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The fun continued as Kerry helped spread Neutrogena (whom she is a brand ambassador for) cream all over a student's chest, hurled popcorn and popped ballons:

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Ha!

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Do what you do, but watch my shoes. Ha!

On a more serious note, Kerry joined in on the Oscars lack of diversity conversation and gave her opinion. And now, she will not be boycotting this year's ceremony. When asked if she would be skipping out on the Oscars, she said, "I don't think so, no."

Kerry then said she’s glad the diversity conversation is happening because everyone’s voice should be heard. "I'm really excited that the conversation is happening," said Kerry. “It needs to happen, and the Oscars are a symptom of a larger issue. We need more voices at the table. We need our art to reflect all of us."

In other Kerry news, the "Scandal" star and her former NFL baller husband Nnamdi Asomugha found someone to cop their Hollywood Hills home after it being on the market for two years. And they nabbed a come up. The couple purchased the home for $1.8 million in May 2014, shortly after they welcomed their baby girl Isabelle. The house was sold for a million dollar more at $2.6 million. Nice!

 

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FOOLYWANG MATERIAL: Blac Chyna ARRESTED For Acting The Fool On A Plane In Austin, Charged With DRUG POSSESSION & Public Intoxication

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What in the SAM HELL is going on in Hollywood these days?!  An allegedly drunk Blac Chyna was just arrested in Austin after running on a plane and attempting to fight a flight attendant.  This, all after meeting with the Kardashian family sans new boyfriend Rob this morning.  The foolywang details inside...

We're not sure if the "family meeting" this morning drove this girl to knock back mad drinks, but Rob Kardashian's new girlfriend Blac Chyna (government name Angela Renee White) was just arrested for public intoxication AND drug possession.  Her bail is set at $8000.

Chile...

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The Austin Police Department already has her mugshot on display after the stripper turned eyelash queen was doing the most on a stopover on her way to London just hours ago.

The 27-year-old baby's mother of Tyga was allegedly drunk and belligerent after hopping off her Delta flight from LAX and changing planes in Austin.  Here's what TMZ says went down:

Chyna was busted in the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Friday afternoon. Cops tells us, she was on her way to board her connecting flight to London when she started getting loud. She stormed toward the gate, got on the plane and screamed at a flight attendant, "Nasty ass bitch!"  

That was enough for cops ... they got on the plane and arrested her on the spot. 

An eyewitness tells TMZ, Chyna appeared "heavily intoxicated" and was "fighting" with a flight attendant, acting "like a drunken fool." Another eyewitness says, at one point she screamed, "Y'all got no respect for me. I gotta tie my shoes. Let me tie my Yeezys." 

This sounds like a bad reality show, so we can't help but wonder if she and her new boo Rob are trying to get one.

Since Chyna had more than a gram of drugs on her, but less than 4 grams, she was also charged with possession of a controlled substance.  She's still currently in jail.

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By the way, Chyna met with members of the Kardashian family today in L.A. (above) before she left for the airport.  No word on all that went down, but we do know Chyna and that family have supposedly been at each other's throats all week.

 

Photos: FameFlynet/Travis County Police Department/TMZ

Mike Epps Files For Divorce From Wife Mechelle After Almost 10 Years Of Marriage

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Sadly, we sorta saw this coming.  You know, with Mike Epps's wife catching him publicly trying to slide into a random chick's DM's and all.  Now, Mike has filed for divorce.  Details inside...

According to docs filed in L.A. Superior Court this week, "Survivor's Remorse" star Mike Epps filed for divorce from his wife Mechelle, just six months before their 10 year wedding anniversary.

The couple has two children together and Mike is asking for joint custody.  The Bessie star reportedly revealed he's worth $6 million, and we're sure that number is going to skyrocket after his multitude of projects make their debut.  Mike is set to play Richard Pryor in the upcoming biopic about his life, he'll be staring in the lead role in ABC's upcoming "Uncle Buck" sitcom his new movie Meet The Blacks hits theaters April 1st.

It's all unfortunate.

Soon, though, Michael will be able to slide into as many DM's as he pleases...

 

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