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YBF Celebs Work & PLAY To Ring In 2017! Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, Diddy & More Hit The NYE Scene

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YBF celebs worked hard and played even harder to ring in 2017. Peep pics of Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, Diddy and more living it up for the new year inside…

 

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Nicki Minaj put on quite a show for her fans as she got them ready to bring in 2017 in a major way. The Young Money rapper hit the stage at E11even for a sultry performance.

Jennifer Lopez was originally scheduled to perform, but she cancelled her show for “personal and family time.” But, she did end up hitting the stage after all, rocking out for Carson Daily’s NYE show.

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Per usual, the “Anaconda” raptress showed off her curves in a skintight cutout jumpsuit. She mixed and mingled with her friends and fans throughout the night.

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Elsewhere in Miami...

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Young Money honcho Lil Wayne made his way to LIV At Fontainebleau…with a Styrofoam cup and a brown "cigarette" in tow. Back to his old ways we see.

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He was joined on stage by singer Joe Jonas where they performed their joint track “Just In Love.”

On the west coast...

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Diddy, DJ Khaled and French Montana got turnt all the way up at TAO nightclub in Las Vegas. Y’all know there was an unlimited supply of Ciroc and DeLeón in the building.

And here are a few flicks of Diddy getting his model on before heading out:

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Looking clean Puff.

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Fun times.

Back in Miami....

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Queen Latifah and Snoop Dogg got on their hosting duties for Pitbull’s annual New Year’s Revolution special in Miami last night.

Salt-N-Pepa, Coolio, Afrojack, Tone Loc and several others hit the stage. Peep a clip from the special below:

On a yacht...

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While she's going through a divorce, Mary J. Blige isn't letting the situation steal her joy. The R&B songstress attended Five Star New Year’s Eve, Miami’s annual all-white-and-gold-themed extravagant party. MJB sipped on Perrier-Jouët while mingling happily with guests.

By the way, she's set to hit the stage alongside Usher at the 2017 Soul Beach Music Festival in Aruba for Memorial Day Weekend.

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After selling out his Dabbin’ Santa sweaters, rapper 2 Chainz rocked the stage at Rockwell in Miami.

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Model Tyson Beckford and reality star EJ Johnson (son of Magic Johnson) were also in the mix.

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Mel B and her hubby Stephen Belafonte were all smiles in Times Square to ring in the New Year. She captioned,"Awww my baby boo @stephenthinks11 bringing in the new year in NY Times Square with a lot of love for my baby."

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Ice-T and Coco rung in 2017 at the Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut. January 1st is a special time for the couple since it’s the day they met 16 years ago.

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On Instagram, Coco posted the picture above with the caption, "16 years ago my life changed forever! I remember this moment when we 1st met. Happy Anniversary to the man I admire so much. I love you. (This is the actual moment Ice and I met while shooting a video to a movie he did)" Aww...cute!

 

Happy New Year everyone!

Photos: Startraks/ Nicki’s IG/DJ Khaled’s IG/Diddy’s IG/Mel B’s IG/Snoop’s IG/Sam Fine’s IG


NYE 2017 Was SUPER Lit…And Chill – Flicks Of Gabby Union, LaLa, Ciara & Family, Usher Exposing His Wife’s Booty & More

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New Year’s Eve was LIT for some celebs and chill for others. Go inside to peep pics and videos of your YBF faves ringing in 2017….

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Party time!

REAL basketball wives Gabrielle Union, LaLa Anthony and Adrienne Bosh linked up in Miami last night to ring in 2017.

It was a total surprise for Gabby. After the Chicago Bulls lost against the Milwaukee Bucks, her husband Dwyane Wade surprised her with a private jet ride to Miami to party it up with her friends and his homie Chris Bosh.

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LaLa and her BFFs hit up E11even nightclub to check out Nicki’s performance. And she got in on some friendly booty action as well.

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Slay La!

On social media...

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R&B crooner Usher decided to share his wife, Grace Miguel, with the world. He posted a picture of her naked behind while in the tub with the caption, “Bahamas #bonita” His comments section lit up with reactions and he ended up deleting it. How would you feel if you husband posted your naked butt on his social media?

The couples --Ciara & Russell Wilson, Lance Gross & Becca Jefferson (in Cabo), Eve & Maximillion Cooper (in Paris), Terrence J & Jasmine Sanders (in Las Vegas)-- helped spread love all over Instagram with their lovey dovey shots:

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We see Kelly Rowland's hubby Tim Witherspoon and Roc Nation exec Lenny Santiago were also in the mix.

 

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And Kellz wasn't far behind.

Another couple having fun on NYE...

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Kevin Hart and Eniko Hart spent the night with Chelsea Handler and friends in Aspen to ring in the new year. Ha!

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OKC baller Russell Westbrook is looking forward to 2017 after losing Kevin Durant to the Warriors.

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Diddy's son Christian Combs was all loved up on his girlfriend.

The reality stars in Atlanta all linked up for a VIP dinner to ring in 2017:

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Everyone looked nice.

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And here's Reginae Carter being cutesy with her boyfriend.

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"Star" actress Ryan Destiny came to slay 2017.

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Model Chanel Iman snuggled up with her new beau/NY Giants baller Sterling Shepard. Mmhmm...cute couple.

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Shaun T and his hubby toasted to the New Year.

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Malia Haqq shared a family shot of her mom, his twin sister Khadijah and her niece. Meanwhile, her bestie Khloe Kardashian was busy tonguing down her boyfriend Tristan Thompson. See the clip below:

  

 

Blac Chyna & Rob Kardashian brought in the New Year after recently reuniting:

 

 

Happy New Years woohoo ! Hope y'all have a great New Years and be safe ! Ciaooooo

A video posted by ROBERT KARDASHIAN (@robkardashian) on

 

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Rev. Al Sharpton, Power 105 radio personality Charlamagne, Judge Greg Mathis, and PR & Brand strategist Marvet Britto rung in 2017 at a the Anguilla Festival held at The Reef.

And CNN correspondet Don Lemon was LIT and didn't give a ....

 

 

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By the way, there's talk on Twitter that Drake and Jennifer Lopez were spotted together in Las Vegas. They both had shows in the city for NYE. Mmhmm...

Happy New Year!

 

Photos: Instagram/SnapChat

QB LOVE: Fans Welcome Michael Vick With CHEERS At Georgia Dome + 49ers Award Colin Kaepernick With Highest Honor

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Michael Vick made an appearance at the Georgia Dome yesterday and he was welcomed with cheers by fans. Plus, the 49ers awarded Colin Kaepernick their highest honor. Deets inside…

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Yesterday, Michael Vick, former Falcons quarterback, returned to the Georgia Dome to bid farewell during the Falcons final regular season game. The Georgia Dome is being demolished and will be replaced with the Mercedes-Benz Stadium being built next door.

During halftime, the former standout QB joined several Falcon alum joined Roddy White as Falcon fans honored the past inside the Georgia Dome. Despite the controversy that still continues to follow him in the media, Vick was welcomed with a standing ovation and cheers from fans all throughout the Dome.

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As you all know, many fans turned their back on Vick after he was convicted and thrown in jail for dog fighting.

Before the game, he told the media,

“I think it’s so important in your life — you have to forgive. I’m just thankful for the people, a lot of people, here in this organization and in this city. I come and go all the time through the Atlanta airport. A lot of people have forgiven me and given me an opportunity to show a different side of myself. I’m just thankful I have a lot of support and that’s all I can ask for, and I appreciate those people with the utmost humility.”

Peep Vick being honored below:

Vick played six years with the Falcons, carrying the team to the playoffs twice. The last time Vick visited the Dome was in 2011 while playing quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles.

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It’s worth noting, Vick hasn’t officially retired. We wouldn’t be surprised if he signed a one-day contract with the Falcons to retire as a Falcon if/when he does decide to call it quits for good.

With all the love shown during his return, it’s not totally far-fetched.

Another NFL QB getting honored…

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The San Francisco 49ers is having a sh*tty year. But, there’s good news for quarterback Colin Kaepernick.

The NFL star was awarded the Len Eshmont Award, which is traditionally given to the player who “best exemplifies the inspirational and courageous play of Len Eshmont, an original member of the 1946 49ers team,” according to a team statement.

The award is considered the most prestigious award the team votes on. And all of Colin’s teammates helped choose him as this season’s recipient.

We’re sure Colin’s public protest against racial inequality -- where he took a knee during the National Anthem -- helped him cop the award. Several of his teammates, other NFL players and athletes across the country joined him in the protest. He garnered him a lot of media attention, both positive and negative.

"It's very impactful, and I think they are people who have very strong character,” Colin told ESPN about having his team support him.

He continued,“And to have the ability to really recognize what’s going on, how it not only affects them, but it affects their families and affects other people that look like them, is something that’s very powerful — and I’m very happy to have teammates like that, that have that type of character, that have those type of ethics and humanity.”

With the option to opt out of his 49ers contract, it’s unclear where Colin will end up for the next NFL season, but we’ll be watching to see.

Photos: Getty/@durttyboyz

Dick Clark Productions CLAP Back At Mariah Carey, Says They Did NOT Sabotage Show

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Mariah Carey is blaming the ULTIMATE tragedy that went down during her NYE 2017 performance on Dick Clark Productions. But, they’re not taking the blame.  Details inside…

Mariah Carey’s live NYE 2017 show was a total tragedy. She was tapped to perform right before the ball dropped to ring in 2017 in Times Square, but her performance crumbled right before everyone’s eyes as the music blared through the speakers while Mariah walked back and forth across the stage…not singing a note.

Folks have been calling it a lip-sync fail, but her team is saying otherwise.

The Elusive Chanteuse singer’s camp is blaming Dick Clark Productions for sabotaging her performance in an effort to boost ratings. Mariah’s manager Stella Bulochnikov told US Weekly they told the production team Mariah’s ear piece wasn’t working several times, but they assured them everything would be fine by the time she hit the stage. Boy were they wrong.

“I will never know the truth, but I do know that we told them three times that her mic pack was not working and it was a disastrous production," Stella said. "I’m certainly not calling the FBI to investigate. It is what it is: New Year’s Eve in Times Square. Mariah did them a favor. She was the biggest star there and they did not have their sh*t together.”

She furiously continued, “They acknowledged that they knew her inner ears were not working. They did not cut to commercial. They did not cut to the West Coast feed; they left her out there to get ratings.”

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After the tragedy of a show, Mariah tweeted out“Sh*t happens,” and wished everyone a Happy New Year.

Now, Dick Clark Productions is clapping back at MC’s team. And their words sound like legal fighting words.

In a statement, Dick Clark Productions said Mariah’s claims of sabotage are “defamatory,” calling it “outrageous and “absurd.”

The statement reads:

"As the premier producer of live television events for nearly 50 years, we pride ourselves on our reputation and long-standing relationships with artists. To suggest that dcp (Dick Clark Productions), as producer of music shows including the American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, New Year's Rockin' Eve and Academy of Country Music Awards, would ever intentionally compromise the success of any artist is defamatory, outrageous and frankly absurd."

“In very rare instances there are of course technical errors that can occur with live television, however, an initial investigation has indicated that (Dick Clark Productions) had no involvement in the challenges associated with Ms. Carey’s New Year’s Eve performance.

"We want to be clear that we have the utmost respect for Ms. Carey as an artist and acknowledge her tremendous accomplishments in the industry.”

Oh, and get this. Sources are actually blaming Mariah for the bad performance. They told TMZ Mariah refused to do a sound check AND there was ample sound on stage for her to hear the music.

Using words like “defamatory” almost sounds like DCP could possibly be thinking about suing Mariah (and her team) for negative backlash against their brand. They haven’t announced any lawsuits, but this could all be the beginning of one big mess.

 

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RING THE ALARM: Keke Palmer DRAGS 'Disrespectful' Liv Nightclub For Being Culture Vultures

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Keke Palmer just rng the alarm on popular nightclub LIV Miami for being culture vultures. Peep her tweets inside…

For the first day of 2017, Keke Palmer was spotted living it up in Miami after ringing in the new year with her squad.

The “Scream Queens” star stepped out for dinner at Puerto Sagua restaurant for dinner with her friends. She rocked an airy turquoise mini styled with a Moschino belt and handbag along with black Versace sandals.

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After dinner, Keeks and her friends decided to go step out on the party scene hitting up LIV nightclub.

Those plans quickly went left after something went down between one of Keke's friends and management at the club. After the incident went down, Keke hopped on Twitter to bash the nightclub. She called the venue “culture vultures” and said she HATES the “exclusive energy” of the club.

Peep her tweets (read from the bottom up):

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After leaving the club, Keke and her crew partied it up in her hotel room to cap off the evening.

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In other news, the PIMP actress recently did a Facebook Live video where she read a few passages from her upcoming book titled, “I Don’t Belong To You: Quiet The Noise And Find Your Voice.”

In the passage, she opened up to reveal she is a survivor of sexual abuse and that she worked hard for everything she has.

“At the end of the day, [fame] wasn’t handed to me. At the end of the day, the cards were against me. At the end of the day, I did grow up on Section 8. At the end of the day, I have experienced abuse, sexual abuse. I have experienced turmoil in my family. We have a strong bond, but we’ve been through some sh*t,” she said.

Wow. The book is expected to be released January 31st.

By the way, twerk-lover posted a few clips on Instagram where she talks about people claiming she has changed and served up some ish for her exes. Check them below:

 

 

When the gag is, you're an inevitable force. #masterclass

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Message to the exes #checkmate

A video posted by Laurennnn Palmer (@kekepalmer) on

 

 

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Trey Songz & Odell Beckham Jr. Serve Face On A Yacht In Miami + Bikini Chick Joan Smalls Heats Up The Beach

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Odell Beckham Jr. links up with Trey Songz on his yacht in Miami today for the post-game festivities. Meanwhile, Joan Smalls is heating up the city in a bikini. Pics and videos inside….

After an arrest in Detroit for allegedly assaulting a police officer, Trey Songz is on his party steez. The R&B crooner brought in the New Year on a yacht as he coasted the waters in Miami. And the party hasn’t stopped.

Today, Trigga invited New York Giants ballers Odell Beckham Jr. and Victor Cruz on his yacht to turn up. And the NFL ballers have plenty to celebrate. The playoffs-bound Giants defeated the Washington Redskins (Trigga’s favorite team) 19-10 yesterday. 

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The lituation included some bikini clad chicks, food prepared by a personal chef and endless champagne bottles.

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Below are a few clips from Trigga's Snap:

 

 

 

 

Last night...

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Trigga and Odell hit the party scene to celebrate the first day of the New Year and to celebrate DJ Carnage’s birthday at Story nightclub.

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Rappers Fabolous, Jeezy and Meek Mill were also in Miami for the Sunday Funday festivities.

 

Elsewhere in Miami...

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Supermodel Joan Smalls got bikini clad to floss her model bod on the beach outside of the W South Beach in Miami yesterday.

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Everyone is in Miami for 2017!

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The Victoria’s Secret model, who wore the largest wings that ever hit the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Runway last mnth, posed it up with her model friend Doutzen Kroes for a few sizzling shots. Hot!

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Looks like Joan is enjoying the start of 2017. We're jealous.

And here's how she rang in the new year: 

 

Happy New Year everyone! Much Happiness, endless success and infinite love

A photo posted by Joan Smalls (@joansmalls) on

 

 

Fun times.

Photos: Pacific Coast News/FameFlynet/StarTraks/Trey's SnapChat/@tevin_84/Joan's IG

 

NEW YEAR PETTY: Drake & J.Lo Gamble & Party Together In Vegas, Drake Calls Rihanna An "Old Vibe" [PICS]

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Drake had J.Lo wearing his chain in Vegas over the weekend.  Pics and video of the two partying and gambling together inside...

You can't say they're not putting in work to make this look believable.  Alleged new couple Drake and J.Lo spent NYE together as the "Views" rapper performed at MGM's Hakassan to ring in the new year.

The next day, they were spotted (above) hitting the poker table together. Drake was spotted watching her blow some cash at the high rollers table at MGM Casino.  This is right after she was spotted dancing -- hard -- at his VIP table inside the same hotel/casino the night before on New Year's Eve.

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By the way, the chain she's rocking in the above photo is the same one Drake wears often.  Hmph.

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When Drizzy took the stage, he seemingly came with the pettiness. 

Multiple reports state he had words for the DJ who played his and his  ex-boo Rihanna's song "Work." 

Allegedly, he said"Nah, that's that old vibe."

No wonder RiRi supposedly unfollowed her girl Jenny on social media.

One person who reported it originally, a Fox reporter, backtracked and removed the tweet and said:

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Mmmhmm....

MESSY! Phaedra Parks Claims Kandi Burruss & Shamea Had A Threesome With Todd, Kandi Calls It Bullsh*t!

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Former bestfriends Phaedra Parks and Kandi Burruss are going to WAR . Phaedra claims Kandi likes to dip in the pool with the ladies, but Kandi says it’s bullsh*t. Get it all inside…

Phaedra Parks and Kandi Burruss’ friendship was already strained and now it appears to be at the point of no return. Tension was already thick between the two after Kandi revealed that Phaedra was already back on the dating scene before she and her husband Apollo split and he went to prison.

Well…the tea is still spilling.

On the latest episode, Phaedra revealed to Porsha and Sheree that Kandi used to sleep with Porsha’s bestie Shamea. In fact, Phaedra claims Kandi had a THREESOME with Shamea and her husband Todd Tucker.

“They are really close—she’s close to both of them,” Porsha said. “Close to her AND Todd—she’s doing both.”

Chile…

Peep the clip below:

Now, Kandi is responding to Phaedra’s claims and she says it’s BULLSH*T. She also goes IN on Porsha for being FAKE. She explained in her BRAVO blog:

"I was cracking up! First of all, what Phaedra said was some bullsh–, but what she did was just an example of what I was talking about. She’s been doing shady things and saying shady things behind my back for years now. That is why I really don’t mess with her like that. Although I shouldn’t have said some of the things Phaedra and I had talked about in private to anyone (I especially shouldn’t have said it on camera for the world to hear), but at least what I said was true. Phaedra is whispering made-up stories, telling them this untrue Shamea story, and her rationale is “we are close.” Girl, you’re reaching! If that’s the case, Phaedra and I used to be close. So does that mean the same goes for us, and then Porsha’s fake, hypocritical ass is going to sit there and co-sign that about her best friend (we had just watched them in a scene right before). And right after that Porsha’s telling me I’m wrong for saying something about my ex friend, but she just co-signed a story Phaedra made up about Shamea, who is her current best friend. SMH… I remember when Porsha first brought Shamea around us years ago, Shamea said something about Phaedra coming at her ex-husband inappropriately. Phaedra denied it, but Porsha didn’t have a problem with what Shamea said. Now all of a sudden because she has this alliance going with Phaedra she wants to pretend like she’s bothered by what Shamea said. Girl, bye. This is not new news to you."

As for Porsha, this is what she had to say:

"I was just surprised she was acting like she didn’t know why. As I said, she and I have had this conversation before. But now somehow it’s brand new news to her? I should’ve known that she would be fake about it. She’s the last one who can check me about friendship, considering the fact that she just dogged her own best friend while acting like Phaedra’s puppet. They are Gippetto and Pinnochio…"

Bloop!

Shamea also commented on the situation:

 

 

 

At least it's good publicity for Kandi's sex toy line...

 

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Kanye West Takes Family To Visit Donda’s Gravesite For First Time + See Saint West’s First Steps In Sweet Family Video

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As Kanye West recovers from his recent breakdown, he’s taking time to visit his mom’s gravesite. And he brought his whole family with him. Get those deets, plus a brand new family video of the Wests where Saint takes his first steps!

It appears Kanye West is working to get his life back on track since suffering a mental breakdown back in November. Since his medical scare, the “Ultralight Beam” rapper has cancelled the remaining dates of his PABLO Tour (in the U.S. and overseas) to spend more time with his family.  It's probably for the best.

After bringing in the New Year in NYC, Ye and his family jetted back to L.A. Monday night after an intimate family outing. Via their private jet, the West made a stop in Oklahoma City to visit Kanye’s mother, Donda West’s, gravesite.

Sources tell TMZ this is the first time Ye had taken the whole family to his mom’s burial site. Members of the West family also joined Kanye, Kim, North and Saint during the visit making it a total family affair.

You’ll recall, Kanye’s mom passed away in November 2007, which could have triggered Ye’s breakdown this past November, along with everything else he has going on. Sources said the trip was extremely important to him.

You can peep pics of the Wests in OKC here. Hopefully, this really helps him get it together.

Speaking of the Wests...

Kim Kardashian West just unveiled an intimate video that gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the West Family. In the super sweet clip, we see Kanye in daddy mode with his children and cute clips of North and Saint being their adorable selves.

We see baby Saint take his first steps too. There’s another scene where Saint throws up on the floor and North jumps into big sister mode to help clean it up. Awww. Peep the clip above.

 

ICYMI: KKK Leaders BLAST “Generation KKK” Producers! They Claim They Were PAID To Shoot Fake Scenes.

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KKK leaders are blowing the whistle on producers behind the cancelled A&E series “Generation KKK.” They claim they were paid to shoot specific scenes and to use the word “n*gger.” Deets inside…

Last month, we tipped you off about an upcoming eight-part A&E docu-series titled “Generation KKK” that was supposed to expose the racist organization, set to premiere January 10th. The title was later changed to “Escaping the KKK: A Documentary Series Exposing Hate in America”

After it was announced, A&E abruptly decided to cancel the show. Now, KKK leaders are spilling some tea about what went down behind-the-scenes of the show.

The KKK leaders tell Variety producers (from production company This Is Just A Test) PAID them to act out certain scenes, specifically the burning of the cross, and told them to use the word “n*gger.” Producers allegedly paid hundreds of dollars in cash each day of filming to push the predetermined narrative.

The site reveals:

The KKK leaders who were interviewed by Variety detailed how they were wooed with promises the program would capture the truth about life in the organization; encouraged not to file taxes on cash payments for agreeing to participate in the filming; presented with pre-scripted fictional story scenarios; instructed what to say on camera; asked to misrepresent their actual identities, motivations and relationships with others, and re-enacted camera shoots repeatedly until the production team was satisfied.

The production team even paid for material and equipment to construct and burn wooden crosses and Nazi swastikas, according to multiple sources including Richard Nichols, who is one of the featured subjects of the documentary series as the Grand Dragon of a KKK cell known as the Tennessee White Knights of the Invisible Empire. He also said he was encouraged by a producer to use the epithet “nigger” in interviews.

Richard Nichols, the Grand Dragon of a KKK cell known as the Tennessee White Knights of the Invisible Empire, claims everything that was filmed was fake “because that is what the film people told us to do and say.” Hmph.

“They kept asking me, wanting me, to use the word ‘n*gger,’” said Nichols, who alleged he was paid $600 per day by producers to participate. “I was sitting down being filmed and interviewed with the lights and the backdrop set up, and I said something and used the word ‘blacks.’ Then the producer interrupted me and said ‘No, no, no. We want him to use the word “n*gger!”’’’

He continued,

“It was the producers who told me they wanted a cross-lighting. In fact they made two cross-lightings cause they wanted to reshoot some scenes. They bought everything—the wood, the burlap to wrap around the wood, the diesel and kerosene for my cross lighting. They even brought all the food for everyone.”

The A&E network claims they have launched an investigation about the matter issuing a statement that said:“A&E had already made the decision to cancel this documentary series based on recently discovered payment practices of the producers in the field and we are conducting a full independent investigation into the production.”

Production company This Is Just A Test also responded to the allegations. They claim participants are being intimidated to throw salt on the show. In part, they said,

“We take these allegations very seriously and in partnership with A&E we will be looking into them fully. We have been told that participants in the series have received threats and coerced into speaking out against the authenticity of the show.”

Very interesting. We’ve all known for some time now that networks and production companies pay participants to star on docu-series. Do you believe the KKK leaders? Or do you think they’re just blowing the whistle now since the show has been axed for publicity? Speak on it!

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IT’S OFFICIAL! Beyonce & Kendrick Lamar Will Headline Coachella 2017

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We told you Beyonce and Kendrick Lamar might be rocking the Coachella stage this year. And now, it’s official! More inside…

 

In November, we told you to start saving your coins because there was a rumor that Beyonce and Kendrick Lamar would be headlining. Guess what? The rumors were true!

Coachella just released their list of performers and it was announced that Beyonce and Kendrick Lamar (along with Radiohead) will be headlining the two-week festival. Woot! The annual festival is set to go down in April in Indio, California.

Queen Bey will slay the stage on April 15th and April 22nd, meanwhile Kendrick is set to hit the stage on April 16th and April 23rd. Tickets go on sale tomorrow (Jan. 4th).

This will Beyonce’s first appearance as a performer at the popular festival. She joined her sister Solange to bust a few moves during her set in 2014, but she has never performed solo. K-Dot made his debut at the festival last year when he made a surprise appearance during Ice Cube’s set.

Do we foresee another joint performance of “Freedom”? It’s possible.

Other acts include DJ Khaled, Gucci Mane, Torey Lanez, Schoolboy Q, Kehlani and more.

 

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REP YOUR SQUAD THEN: Jordin Sparks Cheers On Her Beloved Cardinals + Tisha & Duane Martin Spotted In The Stands

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Jordin Sparks was in cheerleader mode at the Cardinals vs. Rams game on New Year’s Day. Meanwhile, Tisha and Duane Martin were spotted checking out the game together. Candids inside…

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Singer Jordin Sparks is a huge Arizona Cardinals fan, so it was no surprise seeing her cheering on her beloved NFL team in the stands at the Los Angeles Coliseum on New Year’s Day to check out their last regular season game.

Remember when she flipped the bird to a Seahawks fan a few years ago?

"I get intense & LOUD cheering at an @azcardinals game! I tried to keep my cheers to a minimum, in the opponents stadium, but it clearly didn't happen," Jordin said on Instagram.

The Cardinals hit the field against the Los Angeles Rams and DESTROYED them with an ending score, 44-6. Unfortunately for both teams, neither of them will be making an appearance in the playoffs this year. 

Jordin knows ending the year with a win is always good.

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The fab singer kicked off the first day of the new year with her friends and she gushed about it about on social media saying,“Spent the 1st day of the year with my favorite people, at my favorite game, for my favorite team. What a day! Congrats on finishing strong, @azcardinals!! Looking forward to next season! #BeRedSeeRed” Gotta love a chick who loves football!

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As she made he way through the stands, Jordin ran into Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn and had nothing but good things to say about her. “Saw this beauty yesterday! It was good to run into you, @lindseyvonn! Wish you nothing but abundance in health, success & love! Keep inspiring! #girlpower”

Also in the stadium...

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Serving up coupledom fab, Tisha and Duane Martin were spotted laughing it up in the stands with family and friends. After the game, they snapped pics on the field.

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Before heading out, Tisha played out her own mom.  She video'd her mother's hair piece sitting in the driveway. The kicker? Her mom was looking for it and couldn't find it.

Check it:

 

 

We die!

 

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CONGRATS! Janet Jackson Welcomes Baby Boy Eissa!

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Janet Jackson and husband Wissam Al Mana just welcomed their brand new baby boy! Details below...

New year, new baby! 

Janet Jackson has finally welcomed her son, and both little Eissa Al Mana and mama are doing A-OK. 

“Janet Jackson and husband Wissam Al Mana are thrilled to welcome their new son Eissa Al Mana into the world,” a rep for the singer said in a statement.  “Janet had a stress-free healthy delivery and is resting comfortably.”

We can't wait to see their little bundle of joy.

Janet first hinted toward her pregnancy back in April when she told fans she was postponing her Unbreakable World Tour to "start planning her family." 

Now that she's had a successful pregnancy at the risky age of 50, we wouldn't be surprised if she soon picks up where she left off.

Congrats Janet & Wissam!

 

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Rihanna Jets Back To NYC While NBA Newbie Tries To Win Her Heart + Ray J Is $1 Million Richer After Copping New Gig

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Rihanna is back in the States after ringing in the New Year overseas. Meanwhile, there's a certain NBA baller trying his damndest to shoot his shot at the Bajan beauty. Get the deets, plus details on Ray J’s new million dollar gig inside…

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Your fave is back!

After bringing in 2017 in London, Rihanna is back in the United States. The Pop princess touched down at JFK in New York yesterday after a fun-filled weekend of parties with her friends.

A fresh-faced Rih kept it laid back yet stylish rocking a tie-dye Rodarte hoodie and matching sweatpants topped with black shiny FENTY x PUMA parka jacket, black fur slides with PUMA crew socks and a Prada tote to finish her look.

Below is a picture of Rihanna snapping it up with a fan during dinner (styling in a CUSHNIE ET OCHS dress) and a video clip of the Pop princess doing her walk through in the club on New Year's Eve below:

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Speaking of Rih...

 

Philadelphia 76ers baller Joel Emiid is very persistent to say the least. And he’s stopping at nothing for a date with Rihanna.

The Cameroonian NBA baller has called on his fans to help nab as many All-Star votes as he can get. The reason? It’s his ticket for a date with a certain famous bad gal he has been crushing on for years.

The 22-year-old claims he tried to get a date with RiRi when he was drafted in the league, but said she told him to “come back when you’re an All Star.”

Joel has been active on Twitter encouraging fans to vote and gushing about his crush, but he never reveals her name. He also has been talking about her in the media.

If he does make the All-Star team, we wonder if Rih (if it is indeed her) will give him a shot. He certainly has been putting in the work.  And it's all kinda cute.

In baller news...

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Ray J just scored a huge new gig. The reality star has been tapped to host the UK’s “Celebrity Big Brother” show and he’s getting a cool $1 million.

That’s not all.

According to TMZ, they’re also giving him $30,000 in allowance to fly to and from London and his hotel expenses. He posted the picture above on his Instagram hopping on a jet before jetting to London.

Ray’s manager, David Weintraub, is keeping quiet about the new gig, however, he did say the “LAHH” star is looking to purchase a flat in the Mayfair district.

“Celebrity Big Brother” is set to start airing live tonight. Congrats Ray!

 

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Janelle Monae Gives Her 2 Cents About Kim Burrell Getting Nixed From “ELLEN” After Anti-Gay Sermon + Tamar Braxton Stirs Up Drama

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Janelle Monae has confirmed Kim Burrell will NOT be appearing on “ELLEN” this week following all of the controversy around her anti-gay sermon. Meanwhile, Tamar Braxton tries to come to her defense. Deets inside…

WONDALAND honcho Janelle Monae has confirmed gospel singer/preacher Kim Burrell will NOT be appearing on the “Ellen DeGeneres Show” this week following her anti-gay sermon. Kim was scheduled to appear on the show January 5th, but not anymore.

Ellen posted:

Photogs caught up with the fresh faced  Hidden Figures star as she made her way through LAX yesterday and that’s when she dropped the news that Kim wouldn’t be performing.

“I don’t stand for any hate speech that targets our brothers and sisters in any negative way," as she walked up holding up the peace sign.

Peep the clip below:

Kim was set to perform a song from the Hidden Figures soundtrack alongside Pharrell Williams, but P is going to hold it down without her now. Janelle is set to appear as a guest.

Folks came out in droves on social media bashing the gospel singer for her homophobic sermon. Kim responded to the negative backlash in two separate videos with an apology of sorts. If you missed, catch up HERE.

Pharrell and Janelle condemned the hate speech shortly after Kim's sermon went viral:

 

 

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I shouldn't even have to post this as you guys should already know where I stand but If you do not pls know I unequivocally repudiate ANY AND ALL hateful comments against the LGBTQ community. In addition, I feel we all belong to the same community, a shared community called humanity. And today and tomorrow and the next day I will continue to stand with other like minded people who condemn any and all statements and actions that would seek to deny the basic humanity of our fellow brothers and sisters. We cannot sit Idly by nor will we speak silently when we are confronted with such violence against members of our community. I am personally beyond exhausted by the ignorance and bigotry living in some people. At times I want to punch and I want to slap a lot of people when I read and hear the shit that comes out their mouths !!! I will rejoice when folks stop thinking they ARE GOD, Jesus' assistant, picking and choosing what "sins" are acceptable in the Bible, and using the Bible as a whip! WE can't afford anymore tearing down of our shared humanity. My advice: If your religion is causing you to spew out words of hate, judge, or look down on others because of who one loves then you need to change it. And fast. If the religion don't make you are more loving or better person, ditch it. But what do I know. My hope is that we ALL go into this new year considering for one moment that we don't have all the answers. My hope is that we become more understanding, less judgmental, more tolerate, and more patient with one another. Including me. HAPPY NEW YEAR.

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Talk show host Ellen DeGeneres also confirmed Kim will not be appearing on her show:

 

 

There's that.

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Meanwhile, Tamar Braxton tried to come to Kim’s defense. Somewhat.  She offered a possible explanation as to why Kim said what she said.

She posted a lengthy message on Instagram encouraging folks to pray for her and to show her love. Read the full message above.

What’s interesting is that Tamar has since deleted this post. She posted and deleted a follow up message asking how many people went to a church that preached the same teachings?  She said while she disagrees with Kim, it is learned behavior and Ellen should still have her on the show still to teach her differently.

Hmmm…

 

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Trouble In Paradise? Nicki Minaj & Meek Mill Reportedly Didn’t Spend Holidays Together + It Appears Soulja Boy Is Shooting His Shot Already

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Rumors have been swirling for quite some time about a breakup between Nicki Minaj and Meek Mill. Is it true this time? Decide for yourself, plus see how Soulja Boy is getting in the mix inside….

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Breakup rumors have been swirling around about a Nicki Minaj and Meek Mill breakup, but they always put something out there to let everyone know they were still rockin' out. Earlier this month, they swapped spit on the 'Gram to prove they were still together.

But, where there’s smoke, there’s fire.

So here’s what's fueling the fire...

Both Nicki and Meek were in Miami for New Year’s Eve. The Young Money rappers was tapped to perform at E11even nightclub and Meek hit the stage a Dream nightclub, a few miles away.

According to sources on the scene, Nicki made her way inside E11even nightclub (pictured above) around 11:30pm. Meek didn’t show up to Dream until 2:40am, which means he could have made a stop by E11even to ring in the new year with Nicki.

It’s unclear if he made his way there, but the Internet streets are talking and he may have decided to skip out on bringing in 2017 with his “girlfriend.”

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On January 1st, Meek was spotted partying it up at LIV nightclub (above) alongside Jeezy, Trey Songz, Odell Beckham Jr., Fabolous and more.

Peep more of those pics HERE.

The kicker? They reportedly weren’t together for Christmas. Hmm…

Meanwhile...

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Soulja Boy is busy trolling these Internet streets. After going at it with Chris Brown, he's all up in Nicki's comments on Instagram.

THIS guy...

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Fight Breaks Out At Ricky Harris' Funeral! Sherri Shepherd Gives Play-By-Play & Snoop Seemingly Responds

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Apparently, some foolishness went down at comedian Ricky Harris' funeral today.  A fight broke out, according to Sherri Shepherd.  Deets inside...

We see we're still doing this foolery in 2017 -- fights at funerals.

Comedian Ricky Harris' homegoing ceremony went down today at Official New Hope Baptist Chuch of Long Beach.  Tons of comedians came out, and apparently so did the foolywang material.

Sherri Shepherd -- who had her camera rolling -- posted up a Periscope live stream of the aftermath after a fight broke out.  She said someone approached Snoop Dogg and then Snoop's bodyguards started to fight him.  Peep the dramatic aftermath below:

 

 

#SherriShepherd just gave emotional recap of a fight that went down at #RickyHarris' funeral.

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Sherri posted another video saying everything is fine now.  Then, Snoop just posted the below video from the ceremony, saying (through puffs of weed smoke) that "the devil is a MF'ing lie."

 

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Actor Vincent Ward also chimed in about the brawl:

 

Looks like Sherri, Kym Whitley, Luenell and everybody still had a good time afterwards:

 

#RickyHarris passing brought tears but it also brought much laughter as comics came from far and wide to share their hysterical memories of the love and laughter Ricky brought into their lives. He affected every comic in the game. We surrounded Ricky's mom to let her know how much he meant to us. Every time a comic came up to the mike, it was a 10 min killer set & nonstop laughter. But Ricky wouldn't have had it any other way. I don't have all the comics' IG accounts so if you know them tell me.. @_mcfunny @thejspotcomedyclub @royalewatkins @mrdouglaswilliams #kimtavares #lewisdix @kymwhitley @luenell @hope.flood @adailamar #marvinthomas #jeffarnold NOT PICTURED - @altoomer26 #michaelxolyae - if I didn't name some of the comics... I didn't know all) #rip #love #gonebutneverforgotten

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Here's Everything That Happened With Chris Brown vs. Soulja Boy vs. Karrueche -- It's Ridiculous

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Chris Brown just re-confirmed his status as the king of the butt-hurt bait and switch.  After publicly pining after Karrueche Tran for several months, he went straight savage on her when she spoke up during Chris and Soulja Boy's beef that was basically all over her.

 

We've got all the foolishness that went down below...

Karrueche's last pic from her Jamaican vacay just kicked off the first major beef of 2017.  Yeah, Chris vs. Karrueche is still "a thing," apparently.

After Breezy started commented on all of his ex's vacay pics this week, Soulja Boy seemingly decided to shoot his shot as well and commented some smiley heart faces under one of Kae's vacay pics.

We ALL know Chris' buttons, and one of them is folks moving in on what he sees as his territory.  Whether he cops to it or not.

 

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So along with posting th above flip-off pic, he started going all the way in on Soulja Boy.  And Soulja, being the Twitter Thirst Trap that he is, popped back with savagery of his own.  He allegedly tried to Facetime Soulja to threaten him about "liking Kae's pics."  Yes, petty 2017 is in full effect.

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Sheesh.  Chris popped back at him with MANY videos and clapbacks. 

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@chrisbrownofficial

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Once word got out that Soulja and Chris were about to challenge each other to a duel (chile...) and face off in a real-live boxing match over this foolery, Karrueche chimed in with a post and delete:

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Y'all know Chris does not like to be dismissed.  So, this happened:

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We can't even.

Let's keep it classy or whatever....

 

Janelle Monae Took Our Breath Away In Palm Springs, 'Hidden Figures' Cast Nabs Ensemble Award!

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Janelle Monae stepped into 2017 ready to slay Awards season, and that she is doing.  Check out her latest looks while racking up the awards this week alongside her Hidden Figures co-stars in Palm Springs, California inside...

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Oh yes.  Ms. Monae is officially a movie star!  The gorgeous Cover Girl, singer and actress hit Variety's Creative Impact Awards and 10 Directors to Watch Brunch on Tuesday looking effortlessly gorge.

As part of the 28th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival, Janelle, Pharrell and the Hidden Figures cast hit up the Parker Palm Springs to continue their promo run.

 

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Janelle kept with her usual black & white theme with this pretty frock.  Obsessed with her style these days.

The day before, she and the cast accepted the Ensemble Award at the Palm Springs International Film Festival's Awards Gala:

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Actors Mahershala Ali, Kimberly Quinn, Kirsten Dunst, Aldis Hodge, Octavia Spencer, Glen Powell, Janelle Monae and Jim Parsons posed it up after copping the honor.

But it's Janelle's Jenny Packham dress that blew us away:

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The ivory organza cage gown with black and gold piping was perfect for the ocassion.

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Janelle also presented her Hidden Figures& Moonlight co-star Mahershala with the Breakthrough Artist Award for his role in the latter. 

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Yeah, his sexy self is killing it right now.

Janelle had some fun with Octavia and crew, as they all said they missed their main chick Taraji P. Henson.  The Cover Girl said:

SO PROUD TO BE APART OF THIS ENSEMBLE & FAMILY. WE ALL BELIEVED SO DEEPLY IN THIS FILM AND MAKING SURE WE HONORED THE STORIES OF THESE UNCELEBRATED GENIUS'. WE ARE MISSING OUR SIS @tarajiphenson.

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Loving star Ruth Negga also hit the carpet with her co-star Joel Edgerton rocking a sexy yet ethereal Valentino gown.  Fab!

 

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Mahershala Ali Gets All Wrapped Up With Nicole Kidman For W Magazine + Taraji P. Henson, Ruth Negga & Naomie Harris

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Mahershala Ali is racking up ALL the accolades.  ALL of 'em.  See his latest W Mag cover as he gets all wrapped up with Nicole Kidman, plus Taraji P. Henson, Naomie Harries and Ruth Negga raising eyebrows, below...

 

He's in the running for every Award this season thanks to two MAJOR films Hidden Figures and Moonlight.  So it's only right the sexy actor we kinda fell in lust with during season 1 of House of Cards is getting his due.

The Golden Globe nominee -- and inevitable Oscar nominee -- Mahershala Ali is rocking the cover and pages of W Magazine's annual Best Performances award season issue.

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Yessss.  So simple, yet powerful.

By the way, the married star revealed he's a softee inside the tough exterior.  He cried when he first read his Moonlight script:

"I was blown away," Ali, 42, tells E!"I actually cried a couple of times because it was just so beautiful on paper. It was a tough read but you could really connect with the characters. It felt so human."

He also just received the coveted Breakthrough Artist Award at the Palm Springs International Film Festival on Monday.

Also in the mag:

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Taraji P. Henson poses it up in a Monse shirt, a La Perla bra, Forevermark by Natalie K earrings and Jimmy Choo shoes.  Yeah, we're still rolling our eyes at her getting snubbed for pretty much all the awards, despite her epic portrayal of Katherine Johnson in Hidden Figures.

Taraji told W about why she's getting the last laugh, despite failing pre-calc in school:

“I’m a pretty good actress. You could say that, right? Well, to play Katherine Johnson, a mathematician who figured out a way to get NASA astronauts into space, I had to be believable as a math expert—and I failed math in college. Precalculus looked like Chinese to me. Even with two tutors, I still failed. So God has an incredible sense of humor, because now I am playing a mathematician! Even on set, they would have a professor there to try and teach me. I said, ‘Show me what I have to write and I’ll memorize it, because I’m not gonna get it.’ Take that, math! I won: I became an actress.”

 

British Bombshell and Moonlight star Naomie Harris is featured in a hot black & white shot:

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And the newest fashion darling, Loving star Ruth Negga, is getting almost smoochy with Natalie Portman for one of the covers:

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Photographs by Craig McDean

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