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Ayesha Curry Speaks On Everybody Pointing Out THAT Warriors "Fan" Who Got Better Seats Than Her (Again)

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Friday night's Finals game had everybody talking...about (again).  Get Ayesha Curry's response to all the jokes about the chick folks thought was trying to seduce Steph Curry inside....

After this video went viral last week during Game 2 of the NBA Finals, the lip licking fan was tracked down.  She explained her side saying she wasn't trying to seduce Steph Curry or get his attention, she was just drinking her drink.  Besides, she was there with her season ticket holding boyfriend.

She skipped Game 3, which the Warriors lost, but then traveled to Cleveland for Game 4.  And this happened:

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The internets thought it was comical that she was back at another game, and siting closer to the court than Ayesha.

Some folks started speculating (only halfway seriously) that a chick Steph may have given tickets had better seats than his wife Ayesha.  Ayesha snapped back on one site tweeting about her handing off the Cavs shirt that was on her seat:

"....yes as I give the shirts to my family who live here in Cleveland.... You should write a relevant story. Ha!"

When they threw the Roni Rose screenshot in her face, Ayesha responded:

what I think is you need to leave her alone. They've been supporting the dubs for a long time. Stop judging. It's irrelevant.

 

Bloop.

She ended with:

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Meanwhile, Rose seemingly enjoyed the attention, al while sitting next to her boyfriend.  She posted:

 

 

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Alrighty then.

 

BONUS: If you were watching the game Friday night and wondering who that fan was who ran out on he court that cameras refused to show, here he is:

 

Chile....
 

 

BONUS 2: Cavs' minority owner Usher was on the sidelines of Game 4 cheering his team on:

 

@usher & @joehaden23, on their feet! #NBAFinals

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Photos: NBA's IG/Ayesha's IG


BREAKING: The White House & Eye Witnesses Speak On Horrific Orlando Nightclub Shooting --- 50 Dead, 53 Injured

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The horrific mass shooting that occurred early this morning at an Orlando nightclub is being called the deadliest shooting in U.S. History. We have the gut wrenching details and statements from eye witnesses and the White House inside.

50 are now dead and 53 injured after a mass shooting at Pulse Nightclub in Orlando, a popular nightclub that caters to the LGBT community.  The shooter, Omar Mateen, was killed during a shoot out with police early this morning.  It's reported he targeted the nightclub specifically. His parents have told U.S. officials he has expressed anti-gay feelings.  His father said Mateen saw two men kissing in Miami and it enraged him.

It is currently PRIDE month as designated by the federal government.

Around 2AM ET this morning, Mateen began shooting at the club, reportedly outside, and shot patrons before a police officer ran out of the club to confront him.  The shooter then ran inside the club, with approximately 300 people inside, and started to take hostages while shooting many more.  Many club goers were hiding in bathrooms and anywhere they could find.  The shooter was armed with several military style weapons and it appeared to be a pre-planned attack.

The gunman reportedly called 911 before or during the shooting, claimed allegiance to ISIS and also mentioned Boston bombers during the call.

Police used an armored vehicle to knock down the door to the nightclub.  Police stormed the nightclub and took down the shooter.

There was a handgun and an assault rifle found on the shooter.  There was also a battery pack found next to the shooter once he was shot and killed, which authorities say could mean he had explosives on hand.

Ricardo J. Negron Almodovar, who says he was there at the time of the shooting, commented on the Pulse nightclub's Facebook page about what occurred. He states:

"I was there. Shooter opened fire @ around 2:00am. People on the dance floor and bar got down on the floor and some of us who were near the bar and back exit managed to go out through the outdoor area and just ran. I am safely home and hoping everyone gets home safely as well"

In response to a question about whether he saw the shooter, Ricardo said:

"No, sorry. My eyes were on the floor and as soon as there was a break, people started running out the back, including myself."

He also stated the club did not check people for weapons upon entry:

"No, there's no checking for weapons. But there's barely even bad looks in there. It had been, from my experience, always nice and very safe in the club"

The shooter rented a car and drove to Orlando to carry out this mass attack.

Mateen, who worked as a private bodyguard for a private security firm (possibly even did work at federal buildings at one point), was from St. Lucie County, Florida. He was 29 and American born with Afghani parents.  He was also "on the radar" of the FBI, but not prohibited from purchasing weapons.  Those on terrorist or FBI watch list often do not pop up in background or criminal history checks, which is problematic.

[Editor's Note: We will not post his picture here and will not mention his name again in any subsequent reports on this site.]

Pulse Orlando posted on their Facebook page during the shooting, urging clubgoers to run out and away from the club:

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As of noon EST, there are still unidentified bodies on the floor of the nightclub. Authorities told ABC News that 39 died inside the nightclub, 9 died en route to hospital and 2 died outside of club.

The White House has issued the following statement:

The President was briefed this morning by Lisa Monaco, Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism, on the tragic shooting in Orlando, Florida. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of the victims. The President asked to receive regular updates as the FBI, and other federal officials, work with the Orlando Police to gather more information, and directed that the federal government provide any assistance necessary to pursue the investigation and support the community.

President Obama will address the nation about this shooting at 1:30p ET.

This is now being called the worst, deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history. 

It is unclear if Mateen was self radicalized (ISIS-inspired) or if he actually had direct ties to ISIS (ISIS-directed).  Interestingly, terrorism analyst Paul Cruickshank says the ISIS head called on American ISIS supporters a few weeks ago to carry out attacks during Ramadan because they would get "ten times the rewards if done during that period." 

Ramadan began June 5th and ends July 5th.

Authorities and media are indeed calling this a terrorist attack.

The Orlando Police Department has been giving constant updates since telling people during the shooting to stay away from the area:

 

 

Here is the info if you were at the club last night and left before the shooting, or if you're looking to identify family members:

Blood donors are also needed:

UPDATES:

1:34p ET: Mateen's ex-wife says he was horribly abusive and repeatedly beat her.  They met eight years ago online and were married for a few months.  STORY

1:54p ET:Suspect Arrested En Route To West Hollywood Parade With Explosives, Assault Weapons.  Authorities say it is unrelated to the Orlando shooting. STORY

2:14p ET: G4S security company, who is contracted to protect federal buildings, put out a statement confirming Mateen was employed by them as of today, and since September 10, 2007.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and victims' families at this completely devastating time.

 

Photos: Twitter/Facebook

Big Sean & Jhene Aiko, Amber Rose, Solange & GET COLORFUL For The Moschino Show & More During MADE LA

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Jhene Aiko and Big Sean took their...situationship...to the Moschino show at MADE L.A. Friday.  Get the pics of Amber Rose, Janelle Monae, Solange Knowles and more inside...

It's MADE LA fashion week in Los Angeles.  So the stars are out celebrating with their fave designers.

Singer Jhene Aiko and rapper Big Sean , who have been promoting their new Twenty 88 supergroup in a coy "we're not really together but we want y'all to think we are" way, popped in the Moschino Spring/Summer 17 Menswear and Women's Resort Collection show Friday. 

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The twosome snapped pics with Moschino's creative director Jeremy Scott at the LIVE Event Deck. And yes, the aesthetic that feels like unicorns threw up in Care Bear land in the 80's and 90's was intentional.  And we kinda love it.

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Miss USA Deshauna Barber rocked a custom Moschino look while posing it up with Jeremy.

 

 

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Hot!

 

Amber Rose did a boss style walk for her arrival to the show:

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X-Men star Alexandra Shipp rocked a flirty yet edgy look:

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We're kinda feeling it.

The models, including Chanel Iman and Jasmine Tookes, were extra ready for the catwalk mixed colors and prints:

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"Empire" star Serayah snapped a flick with Jeremy:

 

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This gives us a Clueless movie gone bad girl vid.

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And Christina Milian rocked an oversized Moschino sweatshirt for the event.

BONUS:

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All the Black Girl Magic was all up and through MADE LA.  Solange Knowles, Janelle Monae and Amandla Stenberg hit up Tyler The Creator's GOLFWANG show.

 

Photos: Getty/Instagram

 

 

Lupita! Danai! Danielle! Hamilton! -- The Fab Looks From The TONY AWARDS Red Carpet

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The Broadway stars lit up the Tony Awards red carpet Sunday night.  Get the breathtaking looks from Lupita Nyongo, Danai Gurira, Danielle Brooks, Renee Elise Goldsberry, Cynthia Erivo and more inside....

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When Lupita Nyong'o walked into the Beacon Theater in NYC Sunday night, she shut ish down.  In one of her best red carpet looks to date, the Tony nominee rocked head to toe Hugo Boss.  Her gown consisted of tons of colors, something we know she loves:

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The "Eclipsed" star topped off her look with Tiffany & Co. jewelry for a polished and super fab look.  She may not have won the Tony, but she surely wins our fave look of the night.

We're also obsessed with new Tony winner Cynthia Erivo's Cavalli gown:

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Come thru!

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The sangin' Brit topped off the look with sky high Ferragamo shoes, and chick was breathtaking. 

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Renee Elise Goldsberry was a big winner of the night, and hit the red carpet in a winner too.

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The "One Life To Live" alum has been helping Hamilton become the most sought after Broadway show to get tickets to.  The Carnegie Mellon University grad, who is also a part of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, brought her husband Alexis along as her date.

    

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When jewel tones take over the carpet...

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Just stunning!

The gorgeous Danai Gurira rocked a canary yellow Rosie Assoulin custom gown and paired it with deep blue heels and a magenta clutch.

The Eclipsed playwright looked amazing, and used the red carpet to chat about the Orlando shooting victims. 

Danai told The Hollywood Reporter:"How are we gonna figure out that enough is enough? It's time. It's been time."


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Hamilton star Daveed Diggs brought his love on the carpet before taking home an award.  He's a Brown University grad and often talks about how he was living on subways before he landed this gig.

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Twirl Danielle Brooks!

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The Color Purple star looked happier than ever as she greeted the crowd outside the Beacon Theater Sunday night.

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The royal blue Derek Lam dress looked great on her.

Also in yellow, Heather Headley has taken on Jennifer Hudson's The Color Purple role of Shug Avery:

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Just stunning!


Model Jourdan Dunn and fashion designer Zac Posen arrived at The Beacon Theatre looking like perfection:

 

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Gorge.

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Presenter Common flew solo on the carpet of the Tony's.

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Uzo Aduba came out to support and present at the Tony's and looked fab.

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And Oprah kept it sparkly (and snatched!) in the audience before she introduced The Color Purple cast before their performance. 

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She's carrying a Nancy Gonzalez clutch with her perfect custom Carolina Herrera gown.

Hamilton star and new Tony winner Leslie Odom, Jr. hit the carpet with his wife Nicolette:

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Fab!

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And Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda walked the carpet with his wife before his production won a whopping 11 TONY'S.

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And nominee Pascale Armand of Eclipsed hit the carpet before her big night as well.

 

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Bobby Brown Opens Up About Janet Jackson Breaking His Heart + New Edition Says They Still Keep In Touch With Bobby

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Bobby Brown and New Edition are sitting down with Steve Harvey this week for the show’s "Men of 90's R&B Week.” Come inside to find out what Bobby said about Janet Jackson breaking his heart and New Edition talking about Bobby….

 

R&B crooner Bobby Brown is on the promo trail for his new memoir “Every Little Step: My Story.” This week, Bobby will appear on the “Steve Harvey Show” where he opens up about his relationship with Pop superstar Janet Jackson.

The "My Prerogative" singer tells Steve how they met and how he was head over heels in love with her before she broke his heart. He says he had a crush on Janet for the longest time and when he met her it was surreal that he was in her presence. In his book, he revealed Janet broke up with him because he father (Joe Jackson) wouldn’t allow her to date a black man.

“It was a lot of heartache,” said Bobby. “It was big heartache for me. I was absolutely head over heels for her.”

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Peep the clips below where Bobby talks about Janet, he confirms again he never introduced his late ex-wife Whitney Houston to drugs and Whitney being the greatest voice of our time below:

Bobby's episode premieres Wednesday, June 15th. Check your local listings for the air time.

Also hitting up the Steve Harvey Show this week....

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Your fave 90s boy band New Edition will also sit down to chop it up with Steve. The group was asked if they still keep in touch with Bobby (who was voted out of the group due to his rockstar lifestyle back in the day) and they revealed they do still keep in touch with him.

Check it:

New Edition's episode premieres Monday, June 13th. Check your local listings for the air time.

Other folks giving us nostalgia this week:

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R&B singers Keith Sweat, Montell Jordan and Ginuwine will be stopping by to perform. Keith's episode premieres Tuesday, June 14th, Montell will be on Thursday, June 16th and Ginuwine will appear on Friday, June 17th.

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By the way, Bobby's appearance on "Good Morning America" has been pushed to air on Tuesday, June 14th.

 

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Eddie Justice – Man Who Sent Mom Heart Breaking Texts During Orlando Mass Shooting Confirmed Dead

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Eddie Justice, the man behind those text messages that went viral during the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando has died. More inside…

New details are emerging about the horrific mass shooting that took the lives of 49 (according to new reports) people and injured 53 others at Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida. A gunman reportedly walked into the gay nightclub around 2AM Sunday morning with an assault weapon and a handgun to carry out the most deadly mass shooting ever in the U.S.

Eddie Justice, an accountant who lived in Orlando, heard gunshots ringing throughout in the club and ran to a nearby women’s restroom to take cover. As he hid in the bathroom while the gunman terrorized the club, he sent messages to his mother alerting her to call 911. In a series of texts, he told his mother someone was shooting in the club and that he was hiding in the bathroom. He feared for his life telling his mother he was going to die.

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“Mommy I love you. In club they shooting,” Eddie texted.

“U ok,” his mother, Mina Justice responded.

“Trapp in bathroom,” Eddie responded.

“What club,” Mina asked. Those texts were sent at 2:06AM. About 30 minutes later:

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“Call them mommy. Now. I’m tell I’m bathroom. He’s coming. I’m gonna die,” Eddie texted his mother. Those were the final absolutely heartbreaking texts she received from her only son.

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According to the NY Daily News, Mina Justice painfully waited for hours before her son’s name showed up on an official list of the dead, which by early Monday included only 10 of the 49 people who were shot and killed.

The names of the other deceased victims can be found here.

The gunman was killed in an exchange of gunfire with police. SWAT officers entered the nightclub while the gunman was holding hostages inside and indicated that further loss of life was "imminent." Before he was gunned down, the shooter called 911 and pledged his allegiance to ISIS. As of now, federal officials have no evidence that he had any direct contact with ISIS.

New developments in the terrorism investigation reveal the gunman traveled to Saudi Arabia twice in recent years, according to federal officials. He traveled in 2011 and 2012 for the Umrah pilgrimage to Mecca, a spokesman for Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Interior told NBC News producer Lubna Hussain.

CNN reports the Orlando shooter tried to buy military-grade body armor weeks before the shooting, but the store refused to sell it to him. It’s still unclear why the armor wasn’t sold to him.

Federal officials are now looking into whether any of the gunman’s relatives had any idea he was planning to carry out a shooting massacre at Pulse nightclub and failed to alert the authorities. They have yet to conclude anything.  His family and ex-wife have admitted, though, that he had an aversion to the gay community and also allegedly beat his ex-wife daily.

The gunman’s father has issued out a public apology via A Facebook video on behalf of his son saying,

"I am really sorry and have expressed this to the people of the United States, especially in this holy month of Ramadan. What he has done has shocked me … I ask God for help and guidance."

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The NY Daily News used today’s cover to blame the National Rifle Association for the massacre in Orlando.

There is also new video of one young lady named Amanda Alvear (who has been confirmed as one of the deceased) who caught a video of the gunfire erupting inside of Pulse nightclub while she was on the dance floor.

WARNING - This video may be disturbing to some:

 

Just an extremely sad and infuriating situation all around. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends affected by this cowardly act of hate and terrorism.

 

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Black Actors Swept ALL The TONYS For Musical Performances! Inspirational Speeches From Cynthia Erivo, Daveed Diggs, Renee Elise Goldsberry & More

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#BlackExcellence was all up and through last night's Tony Awards.  Get the inspirational speeches and more from the YBF winners who swept the musical categories inside...

Black actors won all four musical categories for actors last night at the Tony Awards.  Epic! And so were their acceptance speeches.

"The Color Purple" star Cynthia Erivo won Leading Actress in a Musical and it was presented to her by fellow Tony winner Audra McDonald (who showed off her fab baby bump last night:

 

Renee Elise Goldsberry, winner for Featured Actress in a Musical for "Hamilton," had us on the verge of tears as she made her acceptance speech.  The Carnegie Mellon University grad and member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. thanked God and her husband for her kids she tried so hard to have and she's in aww that she was still blessed with a Tony Award:

 

Loved her since her "One Life To Live" days.

Rapper/Actor Daveed Diggs also had an inspiring acceptance speech:

He won Featured Actor in a Musical for "Hamilton," and it's well deserved.  By the way, he's a Brown University grad and talks openly about his struggles to make it in this business, including having to sleep on subways.

 

The Tony Award for 'Best Leading Actor In A Musical' went to Leslie Odom, Jr. And we loved what he had to say about almost not making it to where he is.  "Hamilton" is actually his Broadway debut:

Congrats!

 

Lin-Manuel Miranda racked up as his production of "Hamilton" took home 11 Tony Awards and he won a few himself, including Best Musical Score.

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Before he caught up with fellow winner Cynthia backstage in the press room, he gave one of the mos moving speeches of the night.  Grab your tissues:

 

And a few of our fave performances from the Hamilton and The Color Purple casts:

 

BONUS: If you're a theater and musical geek (like many of us), host James Corden's Broadway carpool karaoke with Lin-Manuel Miranda, Audra McDonald, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Jane Krakowski is everything.

 

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Angela Simmons Goes Topless In New Flick, Announces Sex Of Baby! + Did One Of Your New Faves Make The 2016 XXL Freshmen Class?

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Angela Simmons has revealed the sex of her baby while serving up a hot new pregnancy shot. Come inside to find out if she’s having a boy or a girl, plus check out if any of your new faves made the 2016 XXL Freshmen Class...

Angela is bringing the sexy in a nearly nude photo.

The pregnant “Growing Up Hip Hop” starlet posed it up for a new photoshoot with photographer K Rish Skönhet where she pushes the envelope, so to speak, with a topless photo. Definitely a shot that’s more out of the box for her, but it’s a nice photo nonetheless.

The soon-to-be first time mom is gearing up for an exciting journey with her (much talked about) fiancé Sutton Tennyson. Last month, she revealed she was expecting, and now she’s dishing on the sex of the baby.

The Foofi designer posted up a sonogram and announced: 

It's a BOY! Congrats to the couple!

In rap news....

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XXL magazine just announced it’s 2016 XXL Freshmen Class for all you Hip Hop fans. In their coveted 9th annual XXL Freshman Cover issue, they're showcasing the new rappers you may want to sit up and take notice of this year.

This year’s Freshmen include Oxnard, California’s Anderson .Paak; Atlanta’s 21 Savage; Pompano Beach, Florida’s Kodak Black; Philadelphia’s Lil Uzi Vert; Cheltenham Township, Pennsylvania’s Lil Dicky; Harlem’s Dave East; Carol City, Florida’s Denzel Curry; Brooklyn’s Desiigner; Chicago’s G Herbo and the 10th Spot winner, ATL’s Lil Yachty.

Did any of your new faves make the cut?  Or better yet, how many do you actually know?

 

EXTRAS:

1. Drake’s Views has reached 1 billion streams. STORY

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Queen Latifah Will Be Honored At VH1 HIP HOP HONORS + Janelle Monae & Fantasia Light Up The Playboy Jazz Festival

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Queen Latifah will be honored at the upcoming VH1 Hip Hop Honors. Get the deets, plus check out Janelle Monae and Fantasia cutting a rug at the Playboy Jazz Festival inside…

All hail the Queen!

Queen Latifah will be the lady of the hour at the upcoming VH1 Hip Hop Honors: All Hail The Queens event to celebrate the best and brightest in Hip Hop. Queen will also serve as an executive producer of the show through her Flavor Unit production company.

This year’s event will have a twist.

After a six-year hiatus, it will pay homage to the female pioneers, trailblazers and trend-setters who led a movement and infiltrated the ranks of the male-dominated genre to make their voices heard and still do today. The other honorees will be announced later this week.

Queen certainly fits the mold as a female trailblazer in the Hip Hop world. She’s an award winning actress and singer, she's a rap pioneer, she runs her own production company and she fully embodies what it means to be a YBF chick.

VH1 Hip Hop Honors: All Hail The Queens will air live Monday, July 11th at 9pm EST from NYC.

 

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Over the weekend, Queen Latifah was honored at the 15th Annual Chrysalis Butterfly Ball at a private residence on in Brentwood, California. She was recognized for her philanthropic work with LA's Homeless.

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Perfect Match actress Paula Patton, who starred in Just Wright with Latfiah back in 2010, came out to support her friend and shared tons of laughs throughout the night.

Hitting the stage this weekend....

 

 

#BlackGirlMagic was in full effect at the 38th Annual Playboy Jazz Festival held at the Hollywood Bowl yesterday. WONDALAND honcho Janelle Monae rocked the appropriate jacket as she dominated the stage, running through her hits to rock out at the festival.

Peep a few clips from her set below:

 

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Fantasia kicked off her shoes and tore up the stage as well.  Check it:

Fanny also did a Prince tribute:

Chick never disappoints.

 

BONUS:

 

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Fab chicks Janelle Monae, Solange and Amandla Stenberg joined forces at the MADE LA event to soak in the runway shows, presentations, and events that fused fashion, music, art, and celebrity. Nice!

 

EXTRAS:

1.  The Orlando shooter reportedly scouted Walt Disney World last month as a place to terrorize.  STORY

 

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Amber Rose Shades The Kardashian Klan... Again! + Kanye & Kim Hit The Paris Shopping Scene

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Amber Rose slams the Kardashian Klan in a new interview as she gears up for her new talk show. Meanwhile, Kanye West and his wife Kim Kardashian West are shopping it up in Paris. Find out what Amber said and peep pics of The Wests inside…

Amber Rose has a new talk show to promote. So what does she do? Chick drop a few sound bits about her “frenemy” Kim Kardashian West.

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We all thought Amber’s “beef” with the Kardashian-Jenner Klan was squashed when Kim posted up an “us-ie” of herself and the self-proclaimed feminist back in February. But now, Amber is back to throwing shots. To her defense, she didn’t state anything other than facts.

In a new interview with the NY Daily News, Amber seemingly reignites her feud with Kim and her sisters saying the only reason any of them are famous is because of Kim’s sex tape with singer Ray J.

“I don’t hate Khloé [Kardashian],” said Amber. “Being a dancer and dealing with older men, gave me the humility and knowledge to speak on such a subject,” she said about Kylie Jenner’s former relationship with Tyga. “But let’s face it. The only reason these girls have a career is because their older sister had a little fun on tape.”

That’s really not up for discussion, she’s telling the truth.

The 32-year-old talk show host said she wants to use her new show to discuss issues like slut-slaming, something she has encountered numerous times during her life.

“I deal with talk like that every day,” the budding actress said. “I recently dealt with that when my ex (Kanye) said he had to take 30 showers after he’d been with me. We were happy when we were together and now I’m getting slut-shamed because we’re not anymore . . . and it’s unfair. I definitely wanted a platform to talk about ‘sex-positive’ and other issues to show people who I really am.”

Amber took to her Twitter to say she’s NOT beefing with Kim, despite what she said in the interview:

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Oh. OK.

There are conflicting dates on when Amber's new talk show will premiere on VH1. We've seen it will premiere June 17th and July 8th. Either way, it's on the way and we're sure it will be MANY things.

Meanwhile....

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The Wests don't seem bothered (at least not yet) by Amber's recent comments. Kanye West, who celebrated his 39th birthday last week, and Kim Kardashian West were spotted hitting the shopping scene in Paris this morning.

Per usual, 'Ye likely picked out his wife's attire. She was rocking a pair of YEEZY knitted over-the-knee peep-toe booties paired with a skin tight dress and a crocodile mini Birkin bag.  Looks liek she ready to show off her post baby body.

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The couple caused a frenzy as they arrived at LAX on their way to Paris. Check it below:

 

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Lil Wayne Suffers TWO Seizures, Private Jet Makes TWO Emergency Landings

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It's like deja vü.  Lil Wayne's private jet was grounded TWICE today after he he suffered from two mid-air seizures.  Details inside...

Omaha Fire and Rescue was called to Eppley Airfleld around 2:30p local time due to a male passenger on a private flight suffering a seizure mid air.  The plane made an emergency landing in Omaha and it was soon revealed the passenger was rapper Lil Wayne.

According to TMZ, Wayne blacked out when the pilot put the plane down.  He eventually came to and refused medical treatment and had the plane continue the cross country flight.

About an hour later, Omaha Fire & Rescue were called again to Eppley Airfield for a male having a mid-air seizure.  Reportedly, it was Lil Wayne having  SECOND seizure.  The plane landed for the second time, and this time, he was transported to CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center.

Weezy was reported to be in serious condition, but he was able to walk on his own.

According to police, he was "ambulatory and walked off the plane."

it's not the first occurrence of mid-air urgent health issues for the rapper.

It has not yet been confirmed what caused his seizures, however, he said himself that after multiple seizures in 2012 and 2013 (with one near fatal) that he would no longer drink "lean" because of his seizures.  He's also had the seizures since childhood.

But, we've seen him double cupping a suspicious drink several times over the last several months.  Just last night after performing in Milwaukee, he was spotted with his double cups again:

 

French Montana Gifts Kylie Jenner Roses During Their Night Out + NBA Baller Jordan Clarkson Hangs Out With Kendall Jenner + Evan Ross & Wife Ashlee's Date Night In Hollywood

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French Montana and Kylie Jenner were hanging out together last night. Meanwhile, Kylie’s sister Kendall Jenner was spotted with NBA baller Jordan Clarkson and we have flicks of Evan Ross and his wife Ashlee Simpson Ross dining in Hollywood. Get it all inside….

Well, what do we have here?

Rapper French Montana was spotted hanging out with his ex-Khloe Kardashian’s sister Kylie Jenner last night. The Coke Boy headed out to The Nice Guy in Hollywood with the youngest Kardashian-Jenner star for a night of fun. It’s obvious there’s no bad blood between the Kardashian Klan and French.

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While sitting in a car, French stopped to purchase some red roses for Kylie which she shared on her SnapChat. While this is a bit weird, we doubt anything "romantical" is going on between the two.

Check it:

It’s interesting to note, on last night’s episode of “Keeping Up With The Kardashians” Khloe (who’s still legally married to Lamar Odom) “broke up” with French because he was too clingy for her. She said, "I have no idea why French calls me 5,000 times a day." Isn't this the second time she publicly played him?  Yet....this guy sticks around.

Hmph.

Meanwhile, Kylie is still going strong with PartyNextDoor. They were spotted getting cozy over the Memorial Day Weekend:

Mmhmm....

Kylie's ex Tyga has found himself ANOTHER Kylie look-a-like. He has been hanging out with "model" Amina Blue on vacation in Jamaica. Get the deets here.

Kylie's sister has been keeping busy with a professional basketball player: 

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Looks like model/reality star Kendall Jenner is getting close to Chanel Iman’s ex/L.A. Lakers baller Jordan Clarkson. He must has a thing for models.

Jordan and Kendall were spotted leaving The Nice Guy restaurant in Hollywood last week.

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Word on the curb is that the twosome has been secretly dating for months, but nothing has been confirmed as of yet. We’ve spotted them sneaking around on a few occasions, which leads us to believe they could possibly be dating. We’ll be keeping an eye on these two.

Another couple on the scene:

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Hunger Games star Evan Ross and his wife Ashlee Simpson Ross did date night at Dan Tana's Restaurant in West Hollywood last night. He's getting in some quality time in between gearing up for two films, Broken Doll and Skate God.

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Rihanna & Drake Dine In L.A. + Shirtless Kevin Hart Runs In Miami + Naomie Harris Gets Stylish + Nia Long Keeps It FAB In NYC

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In today’s round up of candids, Rihanna and Drake were spotted dining together in L.A., a shirtless Kevin Hart worked up a sweat in Miami, Naomie Harris upped the chic factor in NYC and Nia Long is on the promo trail for her new show. Peep the pics inside…

Another round?

Rihanna was spied leaving The Nice Guy in West Hollywood last night. And she wasn’t alone.

Her homie-lover-friend Drake tried to keep a low profile as he left the venue at 5AM, but photogs caught him ducking and dodging:

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Get ready for the re-coupledom rumors in 5...4...3...2...

On the fashion front, Rih stepped out in an oversized denim coat by Matthew Adams Dolan, a Balenciaga stole (and it's FIRE), Tom Ford sandals and a satin clutch by The Row. She kept her makeup minimal and pulled her hair back into a ponytail.

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We see that sneaky grin Rih.

Down south....

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Summer sixteen! Fitness fanatic Kevin Hart doesn’t mind showing off his physique!

The shirtless comedian, who released his new Nike trainers over the weekend, had his six-pack on display as he went for a morning job in Miami yesterday.

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Looking good Kevin!

Check out the new trailer for Kevin's upcoming "What Now" film hitting theaters October 14th below:

In the Big Apple...

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British Beauty Naomie Harris had everyone on notice when she rolled into the BFC Show Space in Soho for the FROW at Songzio's London Collection Men's show rocking a stylish ensemble yesterday.

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The Collateral Beauty looked uber chic in a long blazer vest by Songzio's London Collection with matching trousers, white Christian Louboutin pumps, a white box clutch and minimum jewels. So gorge.

Naomie is set to star in Collateral Beauty alongside Will Smith that’s expected to hit theaters December 16th.

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Veteran actress Nia Long is on the promo trail for her new comedy series “Uncle Buck” where she stars opposite funnyman Mike Epps. She was spotted leaving NBC Studios in NYC's Rockefeller Center where she made an appearance on 'New York Live' to dish on the reboot of the popular 1989 film.

The gorgeous 45-year-old actress also made her way to the “TODAY” show to chat about her new show and to gush over her fiancé NBA coach Ime Udoka. Check it below:

 

 

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The Curry Fam Looks READY On The Sidelines Of Game 5 + How Suspended Draymond Green Is Watching The Game

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Game 5 is underway and the Curry fam and fans look extra ready now that their star Draymond Green has been suspended.  The latest inside...

News broke yesterday that Draymond Green would be suspended -- due to him having one too many flagrant fouls -- for Game 5 after he apparently hit LeBron James in the balls in Game 4.  And all hell broke loose. 

Game 5 is being played on the Warriors home court and if they win, they win the series.  So their star being taken out last minute has everybody on #TeamWarriors PISSED.

When LeBron said in an interview he would be "taking the high road" like he's always done, in response to being asked how he feels about all the tweets calling him a baby, his wife Ayesha responded (read the below from bottom up):

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Bloop.  Stan for your man and his team girl!

Little Riley Curry (above), Steph's sister Sydel and brother Seth (who plays for the Kings) were posted up before the game:

 

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LeBron was spotted looking focused during warmups a few minutes ago:

 

The Cavs are playing in an extra hostile Oracle Arena tonight, so this alleged sub-lobbying for Draymond's suspension may backfire. Because Steph and co. are reportedly simmering with anger. And they may just go even harder.

Draymond is not allowed in the arena per his suspension so he is next door in a suite at the Oakland Coliseum next door, which happens to have an underground tunnel that leads to the Oracle.  Here's the rules the NBA gave Draymond specifically:

 

By the way, the last time a player was suspended for a Finals game....a decade ago.

BONUS: Remember all that ish Steh Curry took for his new Curry 2 colorways?  Well, he's been rocking them for a few days.  And he doesn't give a damn that you think they look like "I've fallen and I can't get up" shoes.

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Fights Break Out At Trey Songz’s Pool Party [VIDEO]...After Trey Was In Friend's Wedding + Christina Milian Strips Down In Vegas + Karrueche Helps Save The Parks

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Trey Songz threw one hell of a party at his VA mansion and things got totally out of hand. Come inside to see all that went down, plus find out the latested on besties Christina Milian and Karrueche Tran inside….

R&B crooner Trey Songz got all dressed up to serve as a groomsmen for his friend Kenny Drew’s nuptials over the weekend. It appears Trey’s homies he grew up with are all getting hitched as he attended a friend’s wedding in Virginia a few weeks ago as well.

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The “Slow Motion” singer snapped it up with the bride and groom and shared laughs with the rest of the wedding party during the ceremony.

Trigga even hit the dance floor with the bridal party to hit the #RunningManChallenge:

 

 

Ha!

Trey went from debonair to all out raunchy for a pool party he threw at his private estate yesterday. Here's how ish was popping off at the pool:

Then things took a turn for the ratchet when a fight between a few of the ladies broke out. Chile…

There’s a man who claims he was assaulted by D.C. rapper Shy Glizzy and wanted revenge for Glizzy allegedly “popping off on me.” Peep the clips here.

In new flicks...

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Singer/reality star Christina Milian turned up the heat for a performance at Go Pool inside the Flamingo Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas over the weekend. C-Milli put her legs on display in a blue bikini with a black mesh top as she snapped it up with a pink flamingo on the carpet:

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We see you Christina. 

Be on the look out for the singer/actress this fall on FOX as she will be starring in the rebot "Rocky Horror Picture Show."

As for C-Milli's bestie....

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Karrueche Tran joined forces with “Scandal” star Darby Stanchfield to give back. The ladies put their green thumb to work for Sierra Club, National Parks Conservation Assoc & EMA "Give Back Day" to celebrate the National Park Service Centennial at Franklin Canyon Park in Beverly Hills over the weekend.

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The EMMY winning producer/model was all smiles throughout the event.

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Nice!

 

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Kanye West Is Taking ‘Pablo’ On Tour + Beyoncé Raises Over $82K For Flint Water Crisis

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Kanye West is bringing ‘Pablo’ to a city near you soon. Find out which cities he’s hitting up and get the deets on Beyonce raising over $82K for the Flint water crisis inside….

Mr. West is coming to a city near you soon after a three year hiatus in North America.

Kanye West just announced he’s heading out on a 32-date tour across North America to bring his 7th studio album, The Life of Pablo, to life. "The Saint Pablo Tour" will hit several cities, including dates in New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, Detroit, Chicago and more.  Get ready for some rants!

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The tour will kick off on August 25th at Banker’s Life Arena in Indianapolis and will wrap up October 29th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Tickets go on sale to the public on Saturday, June 18th at LiveNation.com

American Express® Card Members can purchase tickets before the general public beginning Tuesday, June 14 at 10:00 am through Friday, June 17 at 10:00 pm. TIDAL members will have access to a special presale beginning on Thursday, June 16th at 10:00 am local time.

Below are the dates:

Thursday, August 25, 2016 Indianapolis, IN Bankers Life Fieldhouse

Saturday, August 27, 2016 Buffalo, NY First Niagara Center

Tuesday, August 30, 2016 Toronto, ON Air Canada Centre

Friday, September 02, 2016 Montreal, QC Bell Centre

Saturday, September 03, 2016 Boston, MA TD Garden

Monday, September 05, 2016 New York, NY Madison Square Garden

Tuesday, September 06, 2016 New York, NY Madison Square Garden

Thursday, September 08, 2016 Washington, DC Verizon Center

Monday, September 12, 2016 Atlanta, GA Philips Arena

Wednesday, September 14, 2016 Tampa, FL Amalie Arena

Friday, September 16, 2016 Miami, FL AmericanAirlines Arena

Tuesday, September 20, 2016 Houston, TX Toyota Center

Wednesday, September 21, 2016 Austin, TX Frank Erwin Center

Thursday, September 22, 2016 Dallas, TX American Airlines Center

Saturday, September 24, 2016 Nashville, TN Bridgestone Arena

Sunday, September 25, 2016 Columbus, OH Schottenstein Center

Wednesday, September 28, 2016 Detroit, MI Joe Louis Arena

Friday, September 30, 2016 University Park, PA Bryce Jordan Center

Saturday, October 01, 2016 Cleveland, OH Quicken Loans Arena

Tuesday, October 04, 2016 Philadelphia, PA Wells Fargo Center

Thursday, October 06, 2016 Detroit, MI Palace of Auburn Hills

Friday, October 07, 2016 Chicago, IL United Center

Saturday, October 08, 2016 Chicago, IL Allstate Arena

Monday, October 10, 2016 Minneapolis, MN Xcel Energy Center

Wednesday, October 12, 2016 Winnipeg, MB MTS Centre

Saturday, October 15, 2016 Edmonton, AB Rogers Place

Monday, October 17, 2016 Vancouver, BC Rogers Arena

Wednesday, October 19, 2016 Seattle, WA KeyArena

Saturday, October 22, 2016 Oakland, CA Oracle Arena

Tuesday, October 25, 2016 Los Angeles, CA Forum

Wednesday, October 26, 2016 Los Angeles, CA Forum

Saturday, October 29, 2016 Las Vegas, NV T-Mobile Arena

Will you be copping tix to see Pablo?

In other music related news...

 

 

#Beyonce & #JayZ took a romantic boat ride along the Hudson River today in Manhattan. #YBFCoupledom

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They don’t call her the Queen for nothing.

Beyonce used her star power to help raise over $82,000 for the Flint water crisis. According to the Detroit News, Parkwood Entertainment representatives presented the United Way of Genesee County with a hefty check of $82,234 on Monday.

Thanks to the BeyHive, fans contributed to the Flint water crisis when purchasing tickets for her FORMATION Tour.

That’s not all.  Parkwood Entertainment announced 14 Detroit-area high school students were also chosen to receive "college gifts" to help with their educational expenses and tickets to her concert Tuesday night at Ford Field.

Sweet!

 

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Drake, 2 Chainz, & E40 Hit The NBA Finals Game Last Night Where LeBron & Kyrie Made History

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2 Chainz, Drake and E 40 were all at Game 5 of the NBA Finals last night in Oakland.  We've got the pics, plus the history making game from LeBron& Kyrie Irving, inside...

LeBron and co. clearly said they were going home for game 6 by any means necessary.  The Cavs beat the Warriors last night 112-97 on the Warriors home court.  Steph Curry and co. weren't able to clinch the championship last night, but the game raked in the biggest ratings for this Finals series to the tune of 20.5 million viewers

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Drake, 2 Chainz and E40 were all there and watched Bron Bron and Kyrie Irving make history as the first teammates to ever score more than 40 points each in a Finals game.  Both had 41.

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2 Chainz said he was so close -- thanks to his Adidas plug -- that he could trip up Coach Lue.

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Fun times.

Klay Thompson was raining 3's much of the night, but it wasn't enough to help the Warriors who were missing one of their biggest stars due to suspension, Draymond Green.  It's a hot topic that folks are calling foul on.  Some are even accusing the NBA of purposely suspending him in order to extend the series in order to give the Cavs a better chance at extending the series.  More games, more money.

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After the game, LeBron said, "We had a mindset that we just wanted to come in here and extend our period. To fight for another opportunity."  Check out his post game interview with Kyrie below:

 

Game 6 goes down Thursday in Cleveland.  The series is now 3-2.  Who ya got?!

 

 

EXTRAS:

1. iMessage is about to be LIT with all these new updates Apple just announced! STORY

 

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Tracee Ellis Ross Explains Diversity In Her Life & Being In Her Mother's Shadow + Jhene Aiko Gets Her Closet (& Relationship With Big Sean) Raided For The Coveteur

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Tracee Ellis Ross and Jhene Aiko are fronting two magazines. Come inside to find out what Tracee said about living in her mother’s shadow and Jhene’s current style profile and more inside….

“black•ish” starlet Tracee Ellis Ross lands on a few pages in the newest issue of New York Magazine.

The on-screen mom dishes to the publication about growing up in her famous mother Diana Ross’ shadows. You would think being the child of such a legendary entertainer would have one feeling they’ll never surpass their parent’s fame, but that’s not the case for Tracee. She said she always felt like she should be herself to get the attention she craved.

She said,

“I mean, this whole idea of being in someone’s shadow or something? I never really identified with that expression. If anything, at a very young age, I felt like I needed to really be me, in order to earn the attention which was coming my way because I was a part of someone that they loved. She’s great, but I doubt I will be arriving in a helicopter at the Super Bowl anytime soon.” She pauses, considering, then laughs. “I am not limiting my future,” she says. “But that doesn’t seem like me.”

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Reflecting on diversity in Hollywood, she revealed her life is filled with diversity without any effort.

She spilled,“I was having dinner with all my girlfriends the other night, and my friend Monica was like: We’re like the fucking United Colors of Benetton: Korean, Chinese and Italian, Trinidadian, Polish, Ethiopian. And that’s just at one table. That’s what my world looks like all the time, without effort. We can be all these things and be ourselves.”

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Such a fierce shoot!

In another magazine...

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Soulful songstress Jhene Aiko lets The Coveteur raid her eclectic closet inside her L.A. home. Designers like Tom Ford, Charlotte Olympia, Balenciaga, Acne Studios, and Alaïa raid her wardrobe. She credits the Spice Girls and Mary Kate and Ashley as style inspirations growing up.

“My first fashion memory would definitely be the Spice Girls,” said Jhene. “I’ve always been small and they made it cool to wear really, really tall shoes. I had white Sketchers platforms—they were like my favourite things in the world. They made me taller and they made me look like a Spice Girl. I loved Mary-Kate and Ashley. They had that show on ABC, Two of a Kind, and everything they wore I just had to find something like it.”

During her chat, the Souled Out singer dished on hectic studio-filled schedule, working with Big Sean on their supergroup TWENTY 88, and her current style. Below are the highlights:

On the difference between her debut album and her upcoming sophomore album:

“Just…work, work, work, work, work, work. [singing, laughing] I feel like I’ve been a lot more focused this past year. Souled Out was my first album, and it was really my first time putting together an album all on my own—writing it, picking out the beats, mixing it, and just being there for every step of the process. I learned a lot. There was a lot on the first album that I wish I did and I think that this year, I’ve really honed in on my focus. I’m not doing anything unnecessary in my life. I feel like I’ve learned to enjoy work and I’ve found a better balance with my daughter and going out of town. It’s been a constant growth that I appreciate.”

On how she and Big Sean formed TWENTY 88:

“Twenty88 is a group with Big Sean and me. We’d been working together for a long time when I signed to No I.D.’s label and we were working in Sean’s studio. He came into my session and we hit it off right away. He played me some songs and I literally recorded it right then. He came to me one day and said, ‘Let's do a group, let's do a whole album, and let's just do it real quick’. I was down. I let Sean take the lead—I really respect his songwriting and trust his artistry. It was really fun for me because I usually don’t do songs that are based on anything other than my personal life—it was cool to become a character.”

On her inspirations:

“I’m really inspired by life. I used to only be inspired by sadness and I realized all my songs were sad...I’ve learned to be inspired by everyday life—when I’m travelling, seeing new things and meeting new people. And just talking and listening to strangers’ stories. My music is a reflection of what I go through.”

On her style:

“My style right now is all over the place. I like to be comfortable, but I’m also not afraid to try new things. I go between wanting to wearing things really big and loose to wanting to feel sexy.”

We understand that fashion struggle.

Check out a few pics from her spread below:

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CORNBRED FED: Danielle Brooks Flosses Her Curves On Vacay + Serena Twerking For The Gram (In Her Own Collection) & Debuts New Documentary

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Danielle Brooks is living it up on a yacht with a few of her friends and she’s showing off her curvy bod. Peep her hot shots, plus check out a video of Serena Williams twerking for the masses and her big documentary premeire night inside….

Fresh from the Tony Awards, Tony Award nominated actress Danielle Brooks decided to get in some R&R with a few of her friends on a yacht. What better way to unwind from her usual hectic day-to-day activities than a fun day out sailing across the ocean.

The “Orange is the New Black” actress slipped into a Girl In Flux “Cornbred Fed” one piece to floss her curves for the masses. And chick is SERVING!

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The Broadway starlet had fun with her friends, including her “OITNB” co-star Samira Wiley, eating chicken and striking model poses on the yacht.

"Orange is the New Black" will return to Netflix with season 4 beginning June 17th.

Speaking of curves...

 

My @serenastatement collection on @Hsn dresses so fun. I love this skirt! Yassssssssss @gfirestone13 in the background

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Cake is on the menu!

21-time Grand Slam winner Serena Williams is flaunting her cakes in a new twerk video. Styling in one of her Serena Signature fringe skirts, the tennis champion school the kids on the art of twerking as Travis Scott’s single “Anitdote” plays in the background.

For those who can’t appreciate Serena’s toned bod, ex-NBA baller Stephen Jackson has a response to that.  Basically, “That sh*t ain’t cool!”

Stephen recently said he heard an older white guy at his gym talking about the gorilla named Harambe who was killed at the Cincinnati Zoo when a 3-year-old fell into the exhibit’s moat. The older white man was heard saying, “They shot Serena? Serena got shot?"

That didn’t sit well with the former NBA player, so he confronted the man. Here’s how it went down:

Finally, a black man capes (publicly) for a black woman.  Round of applause for that man.

Last night....

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Not only can she serve ON the court, she also slays OFF the court.

Serena Williams stunned on the red orange carpet at the premiere of her documentary “Serena” at the SVA Theatre in NYC. The original documentary, an intimate portrait of 4-time Olympic Gold Medalist and international sports icon Serena Williams, will be televised on June 22, 2016 at 8/7c on EPIX.

The tennis champion dazzled in a shimmery gold high slit Laquan Smith gown putting those toned stems on display as she made her way down the carpet.

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The lady of the hour caught up with President and CEO of EPIX Mark S. Greenberg on the carpet who came out to show his support of the feature film. He talked about how privileged he and his team were to capture special moments in her illustrious career saying (via press relaese):

“Serena is a personal journey during which we are privileged to follow one woman’s incredible march to achieve a level of greatness that so few tennis players have achieved in the history of the sport. The film presents us with a captivating vision of this world-class athlete while offering the viewer rare insight into what makes Serena Williams the person she is beyond the court. Serena transcends the world of tennis and is sure to fascinate viewers across the country.”

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She posed it up with her director Ryan White.

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VOGUE editor-in-chief Anna Wintour also came out to show her support.

For the after party...

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Rena changed into a more comfortable ensemble to party it up on the roof top of The Top of The Standard to celebrate the film. Chick showed off her washboard abs in a white crop top that she paired with leather cropped pants and patterned pumps.

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Former "Empire" star Malik Yoba and rapper Iggy Azalea were also in the mix for the fun.

Peep the trailer for the "Serena" documentary below:

 

 

We're here for it!

 

Photos: Danielle's IG/Getty

LET’S DISCUSS: Lil Mo Speaks On Submitting To Husband Karl Dargan

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Lil Mo is fully submitting to her man Karl Dargan and wants the world to know. Get the nuggets she dropped and decide if you agree inside...

Lil Mo and her boxer husband Karl “Dynamite” Dargan are still going strong after nearly 2 years of martial bliss. While it hasn’t been all peaches and cream, she said she’s finally at a place where she can fully submit to him as his wife. “CIVILIZED with a side of SAVAGE” is how she coined their relationship.

There have been countless debates on women -- some discussions specifically about black women -- NOT submitting to their husbands. Black women are often told they're "too" everything.  Too independent, too head strong, too controlling, and too aggressive to submit to a man. *insert eyeroll*  The discussion tends to ignore the other little fact that plays a part in the relationship: If a woman believes in submission, as it's her choice either way, a man needs to be worthy of submitting to.

It appears Mo feels her husband Karl is worthy, and she wants the world to know. And it has folks talking.

The radio personality (who is Christian) is joining her husband (who is Muslim) during his Ramadan journey.

The R&B songstress posted a coupledom picture of herself wearing a hijab gazing into her hubby’s eyes with a caption about fully submitting to her man and being loyal. She also hinted at a possible uncoupling.

She wrote:

CIVILIZED with a side of SAVAGE!! #alhamdulillah #love #zawj #muslimah #thedargans #darganovereverything #doe #theBOXERSwife forever ameen!! @dynamiteko @thelilmoshow someone said I changed because of HIM. I thanked them for noticing. Submission. Loyalty. Patience. Prayer. Fasting. Sacrifice. I never wanted to give up that control before. I'm such a BOSS the thought of me not RUNNIN THINGS made me cringe. But my husband said "stop acting like you have to take care of everything. Go lay down and rest. I got this". He got my [heart emoji]. God got US!! And please believe we are constantly TRIED. But we always make it through. That towel that was going to be thrown in becomes the throw that covers us at night. All I really wanted was to be HAPPY!! Have a great day. #day8 #ramadan2016

Well good for them.

So we have to ask, what are your thoughts on submission? SPEAK ON IT! 

 

Photos: Mo's IG

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