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R.I.P. Famous TV Pyschic Miss Cleo Dies At 53 After Cancer Battle

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Remember psychic Miss Cleo from the infomercials back in the day? Unfortunately, she has passed at the age of 53 after battling cancer. Details inside….

Growing up in the 90s, you may remember iconic TV pyshic Miss Cleo with her famous saying “Call Me Now!”

Unfortunately, there are new reports that Miss Cleo has passed away after battling cancer.

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According to reports, Miss Cleo (real name Youree Harris) died Tuesday morning in Palm Beach County, FL. A rep for Miss Cleo tells TMZ the former “pop culture icon” was originally diagnosed with colon cancer that eventually spread to her liver and lungs.

Miss Cleo’s rep tells TMZ she was hospitalized recently, but was discharged last week to hospice care. Luckily, her family and friends surrounded her before she departed this life. She was described as a “pillar of strength” as she fought through her illness.

Once the Psychic Readers Network shut down, Miss Cleo (pictured above three weeks ago) went on to do various gigs, including voicing a character in the “Grand Theft Auto: Vice City” video game.

Prayers up for her family and friends.

 

Photos: Screenshot/TMZ


Halle Berry Gives Nahla Colorful Braids + Eddie & Nicole Murphy, Paige & The Kids Hit The Hollywood Scene Together + Fantasia Performs On “GMA”

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In today’s round up of candids, cutie Nahla was spotted rocking new colorful braids styled by her mom Halle Berry, the Murphy clan stepped out in Hollywood together and Fantasia performed for “Good Morning America.” Pics inside…

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Halle Berry can now add hairstylist to her resume.

The Hollywood actress and her daughter Nahla trekked around Hollywood before heading to a movie with one of Nahla's friends. And you’ll notice the 8-year-old has a new ‘do.

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A few days ago, Halle put some colorful braids in her daughter’s hair while they were vacationing on a tropical island. She shared a quick video on social media:

 

Vacation occupation? Hairstylist to my favorite little lady.

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Cute.

The Hollywood veteran took a break from filming her new movie Kingsman: The Golden Circle (set to debut June 16, 2017) in London to spend some quality time with her mini me. She also has another movie coming to the big screen on December 2nd titled Kidnap where she plays a mother who’s searching for her kidnapped son.

On the Hollywood scene....

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Blended family united!

Actor/comedian Eddie Murphy and his girlfriend/baby mama Paige Butler linked up with his ex-wife Nicole Murphy and their daughters Bria and Shayne Murphy to attend the Amateur Night premiere held at the ArcLight Hollywood last night.

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Bria, pictured above in a gold jumpsuit, stars in the comedy as Jaxi, so her family came out to show their support. 

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Paige gave birth to Eddie’s 9th child back in May and as you can see, she’s serious about her snapback posy-baby bod making her first red carpet debut since welcoming their new addition.

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It appears this dress must be Nicole's go-to summer ensemble as she was spotted rocking the same dress to attend Holly Robinson and Rodney Peete's autism charity gala last week. Not mad. 

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We see you Paige.

Amateur Night hits theaters August 12th.

In NYC...

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Don’t hurt ‘em Fanny!

Grammy Award winning singer Fantasia was spotted outside of the “Good Morning America” studios looking like a million bucks. Chick slayed this black-on-black ensemble.

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The "American Idol" winner was tapped to perform her new track "I Made It", a gospel-inspired song from her upcoming LP The Definition Of… that will be released this Friday (July 29th).

Peep Fanny's performance below:

 

Photos: Pacific Coast News/Splash/Getty

Beyonce Leads The Pack With 11 MTV VMA Nominations, Drake & Kanye West Trail Behind

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No surprise here! Beyonce is leading the pack with 11 MTV Video Music Awards nominations. Find out which categories she’s nominated and more inside…

They don’t call her Queen Bey for nothing.

The votes are in and Beyonce is leading the pack for the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards nominations.

The “Sorry” singer, who’s currently touring overseas on her FORMATION World Tour, has been nominated for 11 MTV VMA Awards, including Video of the Year, for thanks to her LEOMONADE visual album.

She’s also in the running for Best Female Video, Best Collaboration, Best Choreography and Best Art Direction to name a few.

Drake and Kanye West will be going head-to-head against Bey in the Video of the Year category with Drizzy’s “Hotline Bling” and Ye’s “Famous” visuals. Drake is up for six nominations (including nods for Rihanna’s “Work” video) and Ye is up for two nominations.

Below is the full list of nominees:

VIDEO OF THE YEAR

Adele - “Hello”

Beyoncé – “Formation”

Drake – “Hotline Bling”

Justin Bieber – “Sorry”

Kanye West – “Famous”

BEST FEMALE VIDEO

Adele – “Hello”

Beyoncé – “Hold Up”

Sia – “Cheap Thrills”

Ariana Grande – “Into You”

Rihanna ft. Drake – “Work” (short version)

BEST MALE VIDEO

Drake – “Hotline Bling”

Bryson Tiller – “Don’t”

Calvin Harris ft. Rihanna – “This Is What You Came For”

Kanye West – “Famous”

The Weeknd – “Can’t Feel My Face”

BEST COLLABORATION

Beyoncé ft. Kendrick Lamar – “Freedom”

Fifth Harmony ft. Ty Dolla $ign – “Work From Home”

Ariana Grande ft. Lil Wayne – “Let Me Love You”

Calvin Harris ft. Rihanna – “This Is What You Came For”

Rihanna ft. Drake – “Work” (short version)

BEST HIP HOP VIDEO

Drake – “Hotline Bling” Director: Director X

Desiigner – “Panda” Director: Paul Geusebroek

Bryson Tiller – “Don’t” Director: Cris

Chance The Rapper featuring Saba – “Angels” Director: Austin Vesely

2 Chainz – “Watch Out” Director: Motion Family

BEST POP VIDEO

Adele – “Hello”

Beyoncé – “Formation”

Justin Bieber – “Sorry”

Alessia Cara – “Wild Things”

Ariana Grande – “Into You”

BEST ROCK VIDEO

All Time Low – “Missing You”

Coldplay – “Adventure Of A Lifetime”

Fall Out Boy ft. Demi Lovato – “Irresistible”

twenty one pilots – “Heathens”

Panic! At The Disco – “Victorious”

BEST ELECTRONIC VIDEO

Calvin Harris & Disciples – “How Deep Is Your Love”

99 Souls ft. Destiny’s Child & Brandy – “The Girl Is Mine”

Mike Posner – “I Took A Pill In Ibiza"

Afrojack – “SummerThing!”

The Chainsmokers ft. Daya – “Don’t Let Me Down”

BREAKTHROUGH LONG FORM VIDEO

Florence + The Machine – The Odyssey

Beyoncé – Lemonade

Justin Bieber – PURPOSE: The Movement

Chris Brown – Royalty

Troye Sivan – Blue Neighbourhood Trilogy

BEST NEW ARTIST

Bryson Tiller

Desiigner

Zara Larsson

Lukas Graham

DNCE

BEST ART DIRECTION

Beyoncé – “Hold Up”

Fergie – “M.I.L.F. $”

Drake – “Hotline Bling”

David Bowie – “Blackstar”

Adele – “Hello”

BEST CHOREOGRAPHY

Beyoncé – “Formation”

Missy Elliott ft. Pharrell – “WTF (Where They From)”

Beyoncé – “Sorry”

FKA Twigs – “M3LL155X”

Florence + The Machine – “Delilah”

BEST DIRECTION

Beyoncé – “Formation”

Coldplay – “Up&Up”

Adele – “Hello”

David Bowie – “Lazarus”

Tame Impala – “The Less I Know The Better”

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY

Beyoncé – “Formation”

Adele – “Hello”

David Bowie – “Lazarus”

Alesso – “I Wanna Know”

Ariana Grande – “Into You”

BEST EDITING

Beyoncé – “Formation”

Adele – “Hello”

Fergie – “M.I.L.F. $”

David Bowie – “Lazarus”

Ariana Grande – “Into You”

BEST VISUAL EFFECTS

Coldplay – “Up&Up”

FKA Twigs – “M3LL155X"

Adele – “Send My Love (To Your New Lover)”

The Weeknd – “Can’t Feel My Face”

Zayn – “PILLOWTALK”

The 2016 “MTV Video Music Awards” will air LIVE from New York’s Madison Square Garden on Sunday, August 28 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT.

 

BONUS:

Check out rapper/"Sisters of Hip Hop" star Brianna Perry dance it up for a cover of Drake's "One Dance" below: 

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“HER"STORY MADE! Hillary Clinton Becomes First Female Presidential Nominee Of Any Major Party

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“HER”story has been made! Hillary Clinton has clinched the Democratic nomination making her the FIRST woman to be nominated for president by a major party. More inside….

The nominations are officially in and “HER”story has been made!

Secretary Hillary Clinton is now the first woman in US history to become the official presidential nominee of any major party. What a moment in history!

With emotions riding high, the former first lady/NYC senator/secretary of state was elected to represent the Democratic Party in the upcoming presidential race after the clinching the official nomination at the Democratic convention in Philly today.

Thanks to votes cast by South Dakota, Mrs. Clinton was put over the top of the 2,382 delegates needed to win the nomination. Regardless of what one may think of Hillary, this historic moment resonates with us and we’re happy to see a WOMAN one step closer to running the country.

Senator Bernie Sanders made an announcement during the DNC while his home state of Vermont was on the floor to endorse Hillary as the Democratic nominee:

 

 

Now, Hillary and her VP running mate Tim Kaine will duke it out against Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump and his VP running mate Mike Pence.

Congrats to Hillary on her quest to return to the White House.

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Amar’e Stoudemire Announces Retirement After 14 Seasons, Signs 1-Day Deal To Retire As A Knick

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Amar’e Stoudemire is hanging up his jersey after 14 seasons in the NBA. And he’s retiring as a New York Knick. Deets inside….

After several highs and a few lows due to several injuries, NBA baller Amar’e Stoudemire is hanging up his jersey after 14 seasons. The power forward/center announced he’s retiring from the league as a New York Knick after signing a one-day deal with the organization yesterday.

“Although my career has taken me to other places around the country, my heart had always remained in the Big Apple,” Stoudemire said in a news release released by the team. “Once a Knick, Always a Knick.”

Amar’e signed with the Knicks in 2010 as a free agent and spent 4.5 years seasons with the team. Unfortunately, his career was derailed a bit has he suffered multiple injuries during his time on the Knicks. During the 2014-15 season, Amar’e signed with the Dallas Mavericks and then went on to play for the Miami Heat during the 2015-16 season.

It's obvious NYC holds a special place in his heart, but fans are wondering why he didn’t retire as a Phoenix Sun where he excelled the most.

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His former teammate Carmelo Anthony congratulated him saying:

The 6-foot-10 power forward/center was drafted as a ninth overall pick straight out of high school where he was honored as the NBA’s Rookie of the Year during the 2002-03 season. Five of his six All-Star selections came while he was playing for the Suns. And during his eight years on the team, the Suns reached the playoffs six times, including advancing to the Western Conference finals three times.

Drafted with the ninth overall pick straight out of high school to the Suns, Amar'e nabbed the NBA’s Rookie of the Year in 2002-03, and five of his six All-Star selections came while he was playing for the Suns.

Now, he can enjoy being a family man with his wife Alexis and their three children.

 

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Beyonce, Jay Z & Blue Ivy’s Picture Perfect Paris Flicks – Kisses, Matching Gucci Dresses, Eiffel Tower Views

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Beyonce just posted up some beautiful family photos from her personal stash in Paris while on her FORMATION World Tour. Get into the Carters' picture perfect family flicks inside….

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Oh to be The Carters!

Beyonce’s FORMATION Tour stopped in Paris last week and it was the perfect opportunity to snap up a few picture perfect flicks with the perfect back drop.

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When the Carters roll into town, they make sure it’s anything but fabulous. During their quick trip to Paris, Bey, Jay Z and Blue Ivy stayed at the Shangri-La Hotel in the exclusive top floor suite. It cost them about $19,000 a night, but that’s chump change for the world’s highest-paid celebrity couple.

They also hit nearby cities and countries to take in the coastal sites:

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Werk it Blue Blue! The Carter kid already has this posing thing down. And why wouldn't she? She's learning from the best.

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For another fun moment, Bey and Blue got dressed up in Gucci dresses to play on the 900 sq ft balcony, plenty of room to jump around and be silly.

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How cute is this?! Little Blue twinning like her mama!

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Blue got on her big girl steez pointing out flowers to her friend.

Of course, the Carters had to ride out for some fresh air:

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Yep, got to hit the waters for a relaxing evening.

Later,

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The Carters hopped into a red old school ride for some sightseeing:

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Must be nice! 

Bey is scheduled to hit the stage at the Commerzbank-Arena in Frankfurt, Germany on July 29th. By the way, Mrs. Carter nabbed 11 MTV VMA nominations, leading the pack. All hail the queen!

 

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YBF PREMIERE: KeKe Wyatt & Her Brother Keever West Perfectly Cover Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" [VIDEO]

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We love a good cover around these parts.  And R&B powerhouse vocalist KeKe Wyatt has been killing the cover game lately.  We've got the first look at her and her brother Keever's remake of the socially conscious classic "What's Going On" inside...

We all know KeKe Wyatt has the pipes to float over any song.  And apparently, it runs in the family. 

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KeKe & her brother Keever West just unveiled their new project where they sing their own take on the 1971 classic that was born out of a tumultuous time during the Civil Rights era.  Perfect timing.

In this installment of #KekeCovers, the singer and Keever serve up perfect vocals along with a super sweet video, directed by Keever, featuring different kinds of love.  The sound is totally sugar for the soul.  Oh, and KeKe flexes her guitar-playing skills in the visuals too. 

The twosome give a flawless take on Marvin Gaye's track.  Check out the fab project below:

KeKe's newest album Rated Love is now available everywhere.

 

 

HOW Does Bill O’Reilly Still Have A Job After His Comments About Slaves Who Built The White House? + Audra McDonald Gives Bill A Much Needed Black History Lesson

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FOX News host Bill O’Reilly responds to First Lady Michelle Obama’s DNC speech saying slaves who built the White House were treated decent by the government. After his ridiculous comments, Broadway star Audra McDonald schooled him on the realities of slavery. Get it all inside….

The political petty (and ignorant comments) continue!

First Lady Michelle Obama delivered a flawless speech on Monday’s opening evening of the Democratic National Convention. One line that resonated with many and has made headlines is this: “I wake up every morning in a house that was built by slaves."

FOX news host Bill O’Reilly decided he would respond to FLOTUS’ remark during his “Tip of the Day” segment. While he did admit slaves did in fact "help" with the construction of the White House (this is a fact), he noted that the slaves were well taken care of by their slave masters. He said,"Slaves that worked there were well-fed and had decent lodgings provided by the government, which stopped hiring slave labor in 1802."

But...the White House was built before 1802.   And what was the purpose of that undermining statement in the first place?  To undermine FLOTUS and her speech in the ONLY way he knew how?  When you're as flawless as she is, people start to grasp at straws.  Maybe you shouldn't be a political host if you have to grasp at straws to articulate a point.

Check it below:

Decent lodging? Well-fed? Is he serious? How can you say anything good about people who were forced to work for ZERO PAY and in unimaginable conditions?  Not to mention they didn't choose, themselves, to work there in the first place.

Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, who’s currently pregnant, hit up Twitter to give Bill a much needed black history lesson about what slavery was really like for the thousands of black enslaved men, women and children.

Peep her tweets:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ALL.OF.THIS.

Let's stop promoting the revisionist history of slavery and the sugar coating of a VERY well documented horrific time in our history.

 

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HOT MOMS! Draya, Laura & Gloria Govan Pose It Up At ‘Bad Moms’ L.A. Premiere

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Mommies night out! Come inside to peep pics of Draya,Laura and Gloria Govan showing off at the Bad Moms L.A. premiere….

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Hot mom alert!

The YBF moms left the kiddies behind to hit the pink carpet at STX Entertainment’s Bad Moms L.A. premiere held at the Mann Village Theatre last night.

The Mint Swim creator was on her sophisticated steez styling in a black and red Marc Jacobs pre-fall 2016 dress paired with Manolo Blahnik sandals. She’s looking very “First Lady-ish” in this ensemble, hiding her curvaceous post-baby body.

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On Instagram, the former reality star sang praises about the film, noting she laughed her a$$ off throughout the movie.

 

During the festivities, Draya and her friend had some fun with props at the Bad Moms booth:

 

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Cute.

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Laura Govan, who is the mother to four children, may be battling with her ex-Gilbert Arenas behind-the-scenes, but she isn’t letting the situation keep her locked inside.

The former reality star stepped out on the pink carpet rocking a black jumpsuit accented with white stripes down the side topped with a white blazer and she finished her look with white pumps.

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Laura’s sister Gloria Govan, who is the mother of twin boys, joined her sister for moms' night out.  Wonder if they're still at odds after publicly going at each other using the media.

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The former reality star bared her curls and her midriff in a white crop top that she paired with coral high-waisted wide legged trousers. Perfect summer look.

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Daphne Wayans, ex-wife of Keenan Ivory Wayans, came dressed to brave the L.A. heat. She kept it simple in a nude top and skirt finished with lace-up sandals.  Feels like she reached to the back of her closet for this one.

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While we like "Devious Maids" star Dania Ramirez's look AND tuxedo jacket, its just too hot for suede knee-high boots.  Fab look nonetheless.

 

Photos: Getty/WENN

COCOA BEAUTIES! Kelly Rowland & Keke Palmer Hit Fashion Party In L.A. + Kellz Gets Braided Up

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Gorgeous YBF stars Kelly Rowland and Keke Palmer stepped out in West Hollywood last night to party with the fashion lovers. Peep their pics, plus check out Kelly’s new ‘do inside….

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Brown beauties link up!

Last night, clothing brand Elizabeth and James hosted a fun cocktail party at The Nice Guy in West Hollywood. And it brought out two of our faves.

R&B singer Kelly Rowland and actress/singer Keke Palmer hit the scene for some laughs, selfies and good times all around. The “Chasing Destiny” host and Brotherly Love star were all smiles as they snapped several photos together. So jealous.

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Fun times!

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YAS Kellz! She never disappoints even when she's not trying. The sexy milf kept it simple and sexy in a black flowy crop top and a black high slit skirt.

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Keke, who's currently filming an independent project called PIMP and "Scream Queens," went for a casual look pairing white sneakers with her blue long sleeve dress.

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After the party....

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Kellz got her wig smoked throwing in some fresh cornrows. Nothing like having your hair braided up in this hot a** weather.  Werk.

 

Photos: Splash/Kelly's Snap/Keke's Snap

Nas & Erykah Badu Join Forces On Powerful Duet “This Bitter Land” + Jennifer Hudson Serves Photoshoot Fab Before Hitting The Stage

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Nas and Erykah Badu have joined forces for a powerful duet titled “This Bitter Land.” Take a listen, plus check out Jennifer Hudson flex her model skills for an impromptu photoshoot inside….

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Nas and Erykah Badu have teamed up for the very first time on a powerful new duet titled “This Bitter Land.” The single is a cut from the soundtrack of the upcoming indie drama, The Land, which Erykah stars in and Nas, seen above at the film’s NYC premiere, executive produces.

The indie project, directed by Steve Caple Jr, tells the story of four teenage boys who devote their summer to escaping the mean streets of Cleveland, Ohio to pursue a dream life of professional skateboarding. Unfortunately, they get caught up in a drug operation. The film also stars former "The Wire" actor Michael K. Williams and rapper Machine Gun Kelly.

Right before the film is released (July 29th), Nas & Erykah released the harrowing track, which some have dubbed as a spiritual, where Nas reconnects with his poetic flow as he raps about police brutality, injustices and evilness. Erykah’s vocals float across the track over the sounds of a violin.

Last night, Nas hit up the NYC premiere of the film at the SVA Theatre.

Soak it in the new track below:

The soundtrack also includes songs from Kanye West, Pusha T, French Montana,Jeremih and Machine Gun Kelly.

The Land will be released in select theaters on Friday, July 29th.

In JHud news...

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It’s nothing for Jennifer Hudson to serve up a little photoshoot fab before hitting the stage.

The R&B songstress put her glam team to work after they got her ready for a performance in Minnesota. The Oscar winner flexed her model skills in a white gown in an impromptu photoshoot before she slayed the stage.

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Show off then JHud!

 

 

Putting in work before work! Not mad.

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BALLER ON DUTY: Iman Shumpert Pushes Baby Iman Jr. In Stroller While Shopping It Up In Beverly Hills

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Aww! Iman Shumpert was spotted on daddy duty pushing his baby girl Iman Jr. around Beverly Hills. Get into their daddy-daughter cuteness inside…

NBA champIman Shumpert is getting in some much needed quality time with his daughter Iman Jr. and his fiancée Teyana Taylor after wrapping up the 2015-16 season.

The Cleveland Cavaliers player was spotted pushing his daughter Iman Jr. (whom they affectionately call Junie) in her stroller while hitting the retail scene in the Hills. We noticed a yellow purse, likely Teyana's, hanging off the stroller as mom Teyana Taylor broswed around in the stores.

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Y'all know the NBA players love playing with different fashions, and Iman falls into the fold.

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After making their shopping rounds, the family stopped for lunch: 

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How cute is Iman Jr. with her signature head wrap?! Adorbs! 

Photos: FameFlynet/Iman's Snap

Keshia Knight Pulliam Speaks Out -- Says Ed Hartwell CHEATED, Says She Wanted A Divorce But Gave Him Another Chance

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Keshia Knight Pulliam sits down for her first interview since she was blindsided by her husband Ed Hartwell with divorce papers. She claims HE was the one who cheated and that she was ready to divorce him then. She gave him a 2nd chance…and here we are. More inside….

We exclusively broke the story that Ed Hartwell had filed for divorce from his wife Keshia Knight Pulliam after secretly tying the knot on New Year’s. Not only that, he said he wanted a paternity test once their daughter is born.

Now, Keshia is speaking out publicly for the very first time since ish hit the fan a few days ago.

We also exclusively reported Keshia believed Ed cheated with his ex-fiance.  Keshia confirmed this last night.

The former Cosby kid, who wasn’t wearing her wedding ring, sat down with Entertainment Tonight’s Nischelle Turner to share her truth on what caused the demise of their relationship. Fighting back tears, she said she NEVER cheated on her husband during their marriage and he in fact is the one who stepped outside of their union.

The alleged woman whom he cheated with remains unknown, although sources claim it’s the woman Ed was previously engaged to before marrying Keshia.

The 37-year-old actress/philanthropist confirmed our sources who said Ed cheated on her early in their marriage. She said she was ready to leave.

“I had divorce papers ready, she said. “I presented them to him. He said ‘please, I want my family.’ Once I was pregnant I did decide to give him that one last chance."

When asked if she would have a paternity test, she responded,

“That’s not an issue. I’ve never been unfaithful to my husband. This is his daughter. You know, it’s one thing when you choose to be in the spotlight, it’s another thing when you have a baby, she said crying. “She doesn’t deserve it.”

She said he left like any other day and later texted her saying he needed to talk to her and that’s when he told her he had filed for divorce.

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Keshia said she never forced him into marrying her and that he was just excited about the baby as she was.

"We both wanted to get married, I was not pushing it," she said. “This is his baby. He wanted more children. He was excited once he found out that we were having a little girl. There was never a question about that. ... No point after we got pregnant was there an issue of the fact that we're having a baby."

She said she has no desire to stay married to Ed and that her main priority right now is her daughter.

“I have to move forward. I have to do what I need to to release the hurt, to release this, and to be happy for me and my baby girl, because the stress isn't good. The stress isn't healthy. And my only priority is her."

Holding back tears, Keshia revealed whether or not she was still in love with her husband saying,

"I love who he pretended to be. I love who he portrayed himself as, and the one mistake I made was, when he showed me who he really was, not believing him. Not believing him the first time. When he said he wanted our marriage, he wanted our family -- I believed him. That's why I gave him this one last chance, only for him to pull the rug from under me and blindside me."

Damn.

Keshia said she hasn’t set up a nursery in her home because she plans on selling it before her daughter makes her arrival.

Peep the interview below:

 

Part 2 airs tonight!

 

EXTRAS:

1. Dr. Dre won't be charged over Malibu gun case. STORY

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Russell Wilson Gushes On Being Step-Dad To Baby Future & How Ciara Is His Inspiration

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Russell Wilson gets step-dad of the year! The NFL quarterback opens up about the joys of being a father figure in Baby Future’s life and how his wife Ciara is his inspiration. Get it all inside…

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson and singer Ciara have been serving up relationship goals since announcing they were an item. While they’ve been praised as the perfect couple and hated on just as much for the same reason, they’re remained one of our faves YBF couples. And we love the fact that Russell seems to love Ciara’s son Baby Future as his own, despite all of the hate from others -- including Baby Future’s rapper dad, Future.

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On Tuesday night, the Wilsons made their way to Russell’s Why Not You? Foundation event in Seattle after luxuriating on their honeymoon. The Super Bowl winning QB took the stage where he spoke sincerely about how much he loves his wife and his step-son, calling them his inspiration. He went on to talk about how it feels to be a step-dad. He said,

“Being a step father is one of the most loving things you can do. You really learn how to love, ‘love.’”

He continued, “Especially, when he’s not yours, you know? You realize that every kid matters in this world. Every person, every child, every heart, every soul matters. That’s what I think about when I see her little son, every time I’m around her. When I’m not around her I always think about them too. They’re an inspiration.”

*tear* We love Russell's transparency when it comes to his love for his family.

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Peep a clip from his genuine speech below:

 

 

He also talked about his own dad who passed away six years ago:

 

 

And here's a clip of the Wilsons as they arrived at the event:

 

 

Photos: @thewilsonsfanpage

OH NO! Mary J. Blige Files For DIVORCE From Husband Kendu Isaacs, Requests To Block Him From Spousal Support

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We definitely didn’t see this one coming! Mary J. Blige has filed for divorce from her husband/manager Kendu Issacs and she’s requesting a block for spousal support. Deets inside….

In shocking news, Mary J. Blige has pulled the trigger on a divorce from her husband/manager Kendu Isaacs after 12 years of marriage.

The Grammy Award winning singer has filed legal papers to split from her husband/manager citing irreconcilable difference as the reason for their uncoupling. According to TMZ, Mary listed the date of separation as “to be determined.”

The last time they were seen together publicly (above) was during February's Elton John Oscars viewing party.

While the couple doesn’t have any children between them, Mary has requested to block Kendu’s ability to file for spousal support.  It's unclear if there was a prenup.

The two trekked down the aisle in December 2003. You’ll recall, Mary had banned her husband from having any new female friends after they got together. She said:

"All females for me, all guys for him. There’s none of that, 'Oh, that’s my female friend. Oh, that’s my guy friend.' No. Not in a marriage, I’ve never seen that work."

Maybe he violated her request? Then there was THIS back in 2009.  Who knows. By the way, she scrubbed her Instagram page of any and all posts. It's currently blank.

It’s just unfortunate to see the demise of their relationship after so many years. Not to make light of the situation, but Mary's next album should be FIRE.

2016 is taking no prisoners y'all....

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Bow Wow Says He’s Still Going To Stay At Trump Hotels & Doesn’t See The Importance In Voting + He Also Reveals "He’s Mixed"

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Bow Wow is catching heat on social media after his political statements and claims that he is of a mixed race. Get the latest inside…

Shad "Bow Wow" Moss has Twitter on fire after a few comments he made in regards to Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump.

While Bow Wow isn’t endorsing Trump for president, he says he’s still going to be laid up in Trump hotels when he travels. Hmph. And that’s not all.

He also says he’s not interested in voting in the upcoming election because he’s not really into politics and that the government is controlled by an upper power.

Sighs…

Peep his tweets:

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He claimed to be somewhat joking, but it's irresponsible nonetheless.

Bow Wow also let us in on a little know fact: he's mixed! He doesn't deny he's black, but he made it clear that he's more than just black. He says he has Native American blood running through his veins. When a Twitter follower reminded him that his ancestors fought hard for the right to vote, he responded saying he's "not sure what his ancestors were doing." When a fan brought up the movie SELMA (that displayed exactly what black people were doing to fight for their civil rights), he claims he can't relate because he's not related to anyone in SELMA.

Really Shad?  The level of privilege here though.  We guess his money and fame "blocks" him from being a treated the way Trump & his followers treat all minorities.  *rolls eyes*

Peep the tweets: 

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We'll just leave this here. Thoughts?

 

Photo: Getty

EXCLUSIVE SNEAK PEEK: Trina Braxton Is Considering Getting Back Together With Ex Husband Gabe

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Just when we thought Trina Braxton was over her ex Gabe Solis....she may be falling right back into the way things were.  Deets inside...

So, it looks like Trina Braxton is back on the Gabe train.  Yep, her ex husband who she feels, thanks to PLENTY of proof, cheated on her multiple times.  After rumors of him roaming the internet sites for trans sex partners took over the net, it all seemed to be the last straw for the Braxton sister.  Now, on tonight's episode of "Braxton Family Values," she's considering getting that old thing back.  The two have been officially divorced since April 2015 and have been estranged for a few years.

Gabe also crashes a sister lunch & they do not hold back when questioning him about the divorce.  So Trina spoke to her mother Mama Evelyn about it, and it seems like Miss Ev is having some old feelings of her own about Papa Braxton...maybe.

Check out our exclusive sneak peek below:

 

The new episode of "BFV" airs tonight, Thursday, July 28, at 9/8c.

 

Sweetie Pie’s Owner Files A Lawsuit Against Her SON Over Trademark Infringement & Theft + Racist White Woman FIRED After Despicable FLOTUS Tweets

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Sweetie Pie’s owner Robbie Montgomery is suing her son James T. Norman alleging trademark infringement and theft. Yikes! In other news, a racist white woman was sent a pink slip after attacking First Lady Michelle Obama’s look on Twitter. Get all of the details inside….

Maybe Sweetie Pie isn’t so sweet. Or she's just serious when it comes to her brand and her money!

Sweetie Pie’s owner and reality star Robbie Montgomery is one tough cookie even when it comes to her son.

According to reports, the founder of the St. Louis restaurant is suing her son James T. Norman (who stars on the OWN reality series with his mother), filing paperwork in the Eastern District of Missouri, claiming her son had been misappropriating her accounts and funds maintained in connection with his management of Sweetie Pie’s in The Grove, at 4270 Manchester Ave.

It appears James allegedly withdrew “substantial sums of money” from Robbie’s accounts and used them to open three Sweetie Pie restaurants; one in North Hollywood, California, one in Berkeley, Missouri and one in Florissant, Missouri. The suit claims James has refused to return the money he withdrew.

That’s not all either.

The suit also accuses James of violating Sweetie Pie’s trademarks.

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The St. Louis Business Journal reports:

“Authorized” Sweetie Pie’s locations are located in The Grove and in Dellwood, according to the suit, but TJ’s Sweetie Pie’s Noho (North Hollywood, California), TJ’s Sweetie Pie’s Airport (Berkeley) and Sweetie Pie’s Kitchen (Florissant) are not authorized. Montgomery’s first restaurant, in Dellwood, opened in 1996, and recently reopened. A listed phone number for The Grove restaurant was disconnected Wednesday.

The suit said Norman’s misuse of Sweetie Pie’s marks, registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in 2006, impairs Montgomery’s ability to operate her restaurants in the St. Louis area and to open any restaurants in the Los Angeles area.

The suit said that because Montgomery and Norman were featured as family members on "Welcome to Sweetie Pie’s," an Oprah Winfrey Network reality TV show, there is a further chance of “causing confusion in the market place.”

The suit cited negative online reviews for Norman’s restaurants as having damaged the perception of Montgomery’s.

The suit seeks unspecified damages.

Robbie’s best-known location is currently closed, but she operates another Sweetie Pie’s location in Dellwood and The Upper Crust in midtown St. Louis.

You can check out all of the paperwork here.

In “when Twitter goes wrong” (or in this case right) news…

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When will people realize when you spew racist and hateful comments on social media it could cost you your job? One white racist woman learned the hard way after she attacked First Lady Michelle Obama’s looks after she delivered her DNC speech earlier this week.

Home mortgage loan officer Lisa Greenwood lost her job after tweeting a despicable comment about FLOTUS.

Here’s the now deleted tweet:

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Bishhhhhh where?!  The hate is SO real.

Just another example of racism in 2016 that some people say no longer exists.

Shortly after her tweet, Twitter users started tweeting her employer Home Point Financial to alert them how their employee was behaving on social media. The tweets worked too! A day after she fired off that disrespectful tweet, Home Point Financial FIRED her.

And here’s the proof:

 

 

Bloop!

 

Photos: James Pray/Getty

Rihanna & Her Balcengia Stole Tour Prague Czech Republic + Queen Latifah & Jada Spotted On The ‘Girls Trip’ Set + T-Boz Spotted In L.A.

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We spotted Rihanna styling out in Prague, Queen Latifah and Jada Pinkett Smith on the set of Girls Trip and T-Boz keeping a low profile in L.A. candids inside…

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Rihanna is still making waves overseas as she continues the European leg of her ANTI World Tour.

Yesterday, the “Work” singer took a tour around Prague, the capital of Czech Republic making a stop at The Old Tram House. She took a tour of the capital after performing at the O2 Arena the night before.

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Being the fashionista that she is, the Bajan beauty worked the sidewalk catwalk (braless, of course) in a white side-slit dress by Parisian-born designer Faustine Steinmetz, topped with a Balenciga stole (that we’re obsessing over) and she finished her look with white Vetements heels and socks. Oh, and her Rihanna for Dior shades that just hit dropped.  Come on through Rih!

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Rih's besties Melissa Forde and Jenn Rosales joined her as she rolled through the city.

Speaking of foot work, PUMA just released Rih’s new Camo Creeper sneaker:

 

 

Rihanna will hit the stage in Cologne, Germany tonight.

Elsewhere....

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Queen Latifah and Jada Pinkett Smith are still on the set of Girls Trip in New Orleans.

After shooting a few scenes, the Flavor Unit Entertainment co-founder stopped for a smoke break as she trekked through the production set.

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Jada brought her dog on set to keep her company in between shooting scenes. The 44-year-old actress was spotted walking her cute pup for a bathroom break rocking a black t-shirt and black basketball shorts. 

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The upcoming Malcolm Lee-directed film is a comedy about a group of four friends who travel to New Orleans for the annual ESSENCE Festival where all types things pop off. The ladies rekindle their sisterhood, wild sides are rediscovered with some drinking, romancing and even a few fights.

This is the first film Queen and Jada will be starring in together since the 1996 classic, Set It Off.

With “black•ish” creator Kenya Barris and Tracey Oliver writing the script and Will Packer producing, we can’t wait to see Girls Trip. It's set to hit theaters July 21, 2017. Mark your calendars!

On the west coast....

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In a rare appearance, TLC singer Tionne “T-Boz” Watkins was spotted keeping a low profile in L.A. She wore a black Chanel visor to try and hide her eyes, but photogs recognized her in her disguise.

We’ll likely be seeing more of T-Boz soon once she hopes on the promo trail for her upcoming memoir, "A Sick Life."

In the new book, the Grammy Award winning singer is opening up about her battle with sickle cell, her band mate Lisa "Left Eye" Lopez’s death and what it was like being in the biggest girl group of our time.

The 46-year-old entertainer dished to PEOPLE about the book saying,"I want to hopefully get stuff off my chest and inspire someone at the same time," says Watkins, 46. "A lot of things have happened in my life that will come out in this book that a lot of people don't know about, that I've never talked about. There are a lot of major life changes that I'm so, so, so blessed to have experienced."

Fans can expect T-Boz’s memoir to hit shelves in September 2017.

 

Photos: Splash/Pacific Coast News/Melissa's IG

IT’S OFFICIAL: Toya Wright Files For Divorce From MempHitz. Luckily They Signed A Prenup.

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Well, we certainly DID see this one coming! Toya Wright has finally drawn up those divorce papers for Mickey "Memphitz" Wright after 5-years and several attempts to reconcile. Deets inside…

We’ve been watching Toya Wright and MempHitz marriage go from super happy times to a total train wreck. Outside of them airing their dirty laundry online, fans got a sneak peak at what goes on behind-the-scenes of their marriage when they recently appeared on WE tv’s “Marriage Bootcamp Reality Stars” (where MempHitz totally lost his cool) and BRAVO’s “Untying the Knot?”

The "How To Lose A Husband" author even explained to TheYBF.com during an interview why MempHitz decided to walk out.

And then there was that whole 8-day hall pass to cheat controversy.

Needles to say, they’ve been through a lot in the public eye. And now, it’s finally ending.

According to the Jasmine Brand, Toya has filed for divorce in a Georgia court and luckily, they signed a prenup. As we all know, the couple has been separated for quite some time after tying the knot on June 18, 2011 (below). We all saw it play out on their BET special.

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They’re seemingly both safe from having to shell out any cash to the other party. Toya wants her personal property, MempHitz wants his. They will get to keep all of their personal items from before they got married.

In the paperwork, Toya points out that the law states her soon-to-be ex-husband cannot transfer or sell any of his property during the divorce process, which she fears he will do.

Here’s how the prenuptial agreement is broken down:

The agreement reveals both parties financial situation at the time — with Toya having over $700k in cash, $109k in real estate, $125k worth of cars along with $15k in other personal property. She also had her clothing company worth $60k and a beauty business worth $110k.

Toya’s debts included $90k in mortgage payments, $60k in auto loans and $80k in unpaid taxes and interest. Her assets totaled nearly $1.1 million and her liabilities were only $230k leaving her with a net worth of $864k. Mickey’s assets included $48k in cash, $140k worth of cars, $98k in securities, $9k in a IRA and was making $500k a year for work.

His liabilities included $550k on his mortgage, $377k in unpaid taxes and $15k owed to Visa. His total amount of assets totaled $1.3 million with liabilities totaling $377k for a net worth of $981k.

So muc for those "broke" rumors about Memph.  Toya also wants MempHitz to pay her attorney fees. As of the time of this post, MempHitz has yet to respond to the divorce in court.

Well, there you have it.

 

EXTRAS:

1. "Empire" & FOX beat $10M copyright suit! STORY

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