Plies was arrested in Tampa early this morning and was charged for a DUI.  But he's already out...with a drink in his hand.  Deets inside..

Rapper Plies -- government name Algernod Washington -- found himself behind bars just before 5AM this morning.

Cops arrested the 40-year-old Florida "Bust It Baby" rapper in Hillsborough County and charged him with a DUI.  According to his police report, he refused a breath/blood/urine/saliva test.  Check out his arrest report below:

He posted his $500 bond rather quickly, because this is what he just posted about an hour ago:

Apparently, he's already back to lounging in a beach chair with a drink (it COULD be coca-cola, who knows).  He asked if he should go to the Falcons game this upcoming weekend.  Hmph.

Just a few days ago, he posted a bunch of drunken videos while he was in the front seat of a car and singing Mary J. Blige.  Then he swore to never drink again:

“I’m going to go and share something with y’all. I ain’t drinking no motherf#cking more. I ain’t. I ain’t drinking no motherf#cking more. I’m getting too motherf#cking young for this sh#t, oh man,” Plies said.

He also blamed his friends:

“It’s all of my motherf##king friend who just sit there and just motherf##king let me get this motherf##king drunk. Y’all ain’t s##t. Ain’t none of y’all s##t, because y’all know when I get that motherf##king look in me…I ain’t drinking no motherf##king more.”

Lordt.

Photos: Instagram

DJ Khaled is working on something major and he’s rounding up some heavy hitters in the studio. Flicks with Mariah Carey, Travis Scott and several other artists in the studio inside, plus Jenifer Lewis, Brandy and Roz Ryan’s motivational #InTheseStreets video….

Major cloth talk alert! DJ Khaled is up to something. And it’s going to be huge.

The superproducer is back in the studio following the release of his Major Key album. He’s readying a new album, but he’s keeping details about the new LP under wraps.

However, he has been teasing pics of the celebs he’s working with on his new musical project. And look who he got in the studio…Mariah Carey.

It appears Mimi is getting back to her rap collaborations. Yeah, she bombed her 2017 NYE performance, but chick isn’t letting it keep her down.

Khaled said, "ICON ALERT ! @mariahcarey !!! WE HAVING SERIOUS CLOTH TALK !! @epicrecords !!"

We all know how MiMi likes her hip-hop collabos...

Rapper Travis Scott was also in the studio with MC and Khaled.

In the last few days, Khaled held studio sessions with Lil Wayne, Future, Chance The Rapper,Alicia Keys and Migos: 

Of course, Khaled's baby boy Asahd was also in the mix! 

No details on Khaled's new LP just yet, but he says to stay tuned. 

Elsewhere on Instagram...

 

"An artist's duty is to reflect the times." - Nina Simone From "Jenifer Lewis & Dem," with love to the people #InTheseStreets #50millionofus #300millionofus #teardownthatwall #thetimehascome #mlk #mlkday17 @jeniferlewisforreal @4everbrandy @rlunaryan

A video posted by Jenifer Lewis (@jeniferlewisforreal) on Jan 16, 2017 at 3:48pm PST

They’re back!

Jenifer Lewis, Brandy and Roz Ryan are back with another #InTheseStreets installment. And while all of their clips have been hilarious (including this one), their latest trio is encouraging the masses to fight injustice.

To celebrate MLK Day, Jenifer, Brandy and Roz encourage their fans to get to work with a soulful song about fighting injustices.  Brandy also highlighted a Nina Simone quote about artists using their platforms to speak out against injustices.

Take a listen above.

We're glad Jenifer's new lawsuit against her con-artist ex-boyfriend hasn't distracted her from the "good work."

Photos: Khaled's IG

Issa Rae is heating up the magazine circuit with a hot shot in ELLE magazine’s latest issue. Get into her caped dress fabness, plus check out the trailer to a new YouTube series she’s executive producing with Jussie Smollett inside…

Issa Rae didn’t nab that Golden Globe this year, but she’s still out here winning!

The “Insecure” star posed it up in ELLE magazine’s “Women In Television” portfolio that is featured in the February 2017 issue (that also highlights covergirl Zoe Kravitz).

Shot by Jean-Francois Campos, the YBF actress/producer posed it up in a black Brandon Maxwell FQ16 caped mini dress, showing off her smooth stems.

FIERCE AF!

In other news...

The “Awkward Black Girl” creator has teamed up with “Empire” star Jussie Smollett to executive produce a new YouTube series.

“Giants” tells the story of “three millennials determined to live life on their own terms, no matter the cost. And regardless of race, these characters’ experiences are relatable to almost anyone because they learn the hard way that when life kicks your a**, you either lie down or fight back.”

James Bland wrote, produced and directed the series. He's also the lead character in the series alongside Vanessa Baden, who starred in the Nickeloden series “Gullah Gullah Island.” Remember that show?!

FYI -- James also starred in “First,” a web series produced through Issa Rae Productions.

Peep the trailer above.

“Giants” will debut Wednesday, January 25th at 8pm EST on YouTube.

When black women do it for themselves...clap for them!

Photos: Issa's IG/Jean Francois Campos' IG

Cam Newton won’t be on the field for the Super Bowl, but he’ll still be in the mix. Go inside for a few behind-the-scenes flicks of the Carolina QB looking fine AF while working…

The Carolina Panthers had a less than stellar football season this year winning only 6 games and losing 10. Sheesh! Needless to say, the Panthers won’t be hitting the gridiron for Super Bowl LI.

But, that doesn’t mean you won’t see Panthers QB Cam Newton during the big game.

The sexy NFLer got dapper in a cobalt blue tailored suit to shoot scenes for a Buick Super Bowl commercial in L.A.

Model Miranda Kept, also decked out in blue, joined the superstar quarterback on set.

Yum.

Details about the spot are still under wraps, but we do know their 30-second spot is slated to run during the first half. So, be on the look out for Cam.

FYI – It's ironic Cam is starring in a Buick commercial. Back in 2014, he suffered fractures in his back after a Buick caused his Dodge truck to flip over several times as he was on his way to a game.

Super Bowl LI goes down Sunday, February 5th at 6:30pm EST on FOX.

Photos: Pacific Coast News

Too much sauce! Celeb youngins Lori Harvey, Diggy Simmons and Sofia Richie hit the runway in Milan to show off Dolce & Gabbana’s Fall-Winter threads. Peep the celebuspawns in action inside…

Dolce & Gabbana launched a runway show to appeal to the millennial masses. The Italian brand chose celebrity children and Internet stars to walk in this weekend's Fall-Winter 2017/18 menswear show in Milan.  A few YBF youngins were in the mix too.

First up, Steve and Marjorie Harvey’s daughter Lori Harvey, who celebrated her 20th birthday a few days ago, rolled up on the runway in a coat we’re drooling over.

Lori, who’s currently dating Manchester United misfit Memphis Depay, put her best model foot forward as she worked her #BlackGirlMagic down the runway.

The "Family Feud" host was front row ready to peep his step-daughter's moment alongside wife Marjorie.

By the way, after meeting with president-elect Donald Trump, Steve revealed he would NOT be attending Trump’s inauguration set for January 20th. He told reporters while leaving Trump Towers, “No. I'll be turning 60 on Tuesday and my wife is taking me far away, so I won't be at anybody's inauguration because my wife said 'no.'"

And Lori's mom Marjorie was one proud mama. She said on Instagram, "What an amazing show today! #dgfamily #proudmom"

Come through Marjorie with the floral fab.

Another YBF millenial hitting the runway...

Hottie Diggy Simmons, son of Rev Run and Justine Simmons, turned up the heat on the runway in his dapper ensemble. Rapper Diggy has been busy rocking stages everywhere.

Lionel Richie’s daughter Sofia Richie was also tapped to hit the runway to model the brand’s newest threads.

Werk!

Peep clips of the #DGMillenials ripping the runway below: 

 

A video posted by Marjorie Harvey (@marjorie_harvey) on Jan 14, 2017 at 11:48am PST

 

#DolceGabbana #show #milano #mfw #DGfw18 #DGPrinces #DGMillennials #AustinMahone #CameronDallas #LuckyBlueSmith #PresleyGerber #BrandonLee #RaffertyLaw #LeviDylan #DiggySimmons #AvanJogia #WillPeltz #ChaseHill #LukaSabbat #CheneyChen #OliverCheshire #JackGuinness #JoshCuthbert #TinieTempah #SophiaStallone #SistineStallone #SofiaRichie

A video posted by MEN'S NON-NO (@mensnonnojp) on Jan 14, 2017 at 11:29pm PST

Photos: Getty/D&B’s IG/Lori’s IG/Marjorie’s IG

Issa Rae is heating up the magazine circuit with a hot shot in ELLE magazine’s latest issue. Get into her caped dress fabness, plus check out the trailer to a new YouTube series she’s executive producing with Jussie Smollett inside…

Issa Rae didn’t nab that Golden Globe this year, but she’s still out here winning!

The “Insecure” star posed it up in ELLE magazine’s “Women In Television” portfolio that is featured in the February 2017 issue (that also highlights covergirl Zoe Kravitz).

Shot by Jean-Francois Campos, the YBF actress/producer posed it up in a black Brandon Maxwell FQ16 caped mini dress, showing off her smooth stems.

FIERCE AF!

In other news...

The “Awkward Black Girl” creator has teamed up with “Empire” star Jussie Smollett to executive produce a new YouTube series.

“Giants” tells the story of “three millennials determined to live life on their own terms, no matter the cost. And regardless of race, these characters’ experiences are relatable to almost anyone because they learn the hard way that when life kicks your a**, you either lie down or fight back.”

James Bland wrote, produced and directed the series. He's also the lead character in the series alongside Vanessa Baden, who starred in the Nickeloden series “Gullah Gullah Island.” Remember that show?!

FYI -- James also starred in “First,” a web series produced through Issa Rae Productions.

Peep the trailer above.

“Giants” will debut Wednesday, January 25th at 8pm EST on YouTube.

When black women do it for themselves...clap for them!

Photos: Issa's IG/Jean Francois Campos' IG

Amber Rose had some bae-time with her new boyfriend Val Chmerkovskiy yesterday at the Knicks game.  Get into their kiss-cam game plus Ciara& Russell's lovey-dovey post game exchange (and what Future says about him being at the Seahawks game).

Amber and Val are putting their PDA on front street these days.  They arrived to MSG yesterday hand in hand and all smiles before the Knicks' MLK Day game:

The cute twosome posed for pics courtside and even got caught in the kiss cam:

 

A video posted by TheYBF (@theybf_daily) on Jan 17, 2017 at 6:56am PST

They have been dating for a few months, and just recently confirmed it a few weeks ago with a huge kiss for the Gram.

Ciara is covering the new February 2017 issue of Cosmopolitan South Africa, and she drops some knowledge about having standards.

The fab chick dished to the mag about why she and Russell were celibate before marriage:

“I really believe that when you focus on a friendship, you have the opportunity to build a strong foundation for a relationship—and once you know you’re really great friends and you’re what we call ‘equally yoked,’ where you share the same values or the same outlook on life, it kind of sets the tone. Knowing that you’ll always have the friendship and that you can always go back to it is very important, and very powerful.”

And on friendship and standards:

“We women think with our hearts and with our minds. When we see a guy, we envision what he’s like and whether this could be something special. Guys see us from an exterior point of view—that’s something I learnt along the way as a woman. It’s important to have a friendship. It’s important to have standards,” she added. “You shouldn’t feel like you have to give your body away to get someone to like you.”

Truth.

Check out her sexy BTS video:

 

A video posted by Cristian Bueno (@cristianciara) on Jan 17, 2017 at 11:18am PST

By the way, Ciara was front and center for the Seahawks' playoffs game a few days ago.  And so were her exes Future and Bow Wow:

Future now says he's simply a fan of the Falcons and he was not there for petty reasons.  Just wanted to support his team.  Mmmhmm.

After the game, Ciara and Russ showed their love for each other with a united front.  They exchanged sweet and supportive posts about their love and thankfulness for each other:

 

I will forever win bc I get to come home to you every night. The love of my life. I love you. This past year has been full of so much joy & happiness. From getting Married to having our little one on the way, to your constant endless love. I couldn't be more grateful to have you in my life Mrs. Wilson. You make everyday a perfect day. #ForeverGrateful

A photo posted by Russell Wilson (@dangerusswilson) on Jan 14, 2017 at 9:34pm PST

 

I'm so Grateful for my Family! This year is going to be an exciting year because of Love & New Beginnings! Grateful for you Three! I will forever cherish the Love we all share together! Jesus is an amazing God! I thank Him everyday for bringing us together and I will forever cherish our loving family. #LoveConquersAll

A photo posted by Russell Wilson (@dangerusswilson) on Jan 14, 2017 at 8:50pm PST

 

No Greater Blessing Than Having Family. We're Proud Of You @Dangerusswilson

A photo posted by Ciara (@ciara) on Jan 14, 2017 at 7:26pm PST

 

A photo posted by Ciara (@ciara) on Jan 14, 2017 at 7:05pm PST

 

A video posted by Confession Session (@confession2us) on Jan 15, 2017 at 6:55am PST

Awwww.

Photos: Instagram - Ciara, Bow Wow, Ryan Cameron, We Are The Wilsons,

Today, we honor First Lady Michelle Obama on her 53rd birthday with our top 10 moments that she inspired us to be better woman, moms, friends, community leaders…I mean, we could go on all day. Get it all inside…

53 never looked so good!

Today, First Lady Michelle Obama celebrates her birthday, the last she will celebrate as sitting First Lady. Over the last 8 years, we’ve watched in awe as our classy first lady graciously served in a position she didn’t ask for. She totally changed the game when it comes to the title “First Lady” and we’re just glad we got the chance to witness it all.

Here are the Top 10 moments Michelle Obama inspired us most (because there are MANY) with her #BLACKGIRLMAGIC:

1. Michelle Obama always catered to women, especially young girls, with her many initiatives.

FLOTUS launched her “Let Girls Learn” initiative to ensure adolescent girls get the education they deserve. She covered SEVENTEEN magazine where she advised young girls to “ignore the haters” and offered up college application tips. She also sat on a panel with “black•ish” starlet Yara Shahidi to empower girls everywhere on the International Day of the Girl.

And then there's that time she dropped some golden gems on all the young ladies across the globe.

During Glamour's "The Power of an Educated Girl" panel, FLOTUS had a message for teenage girls saying, “There is no boy, at this age, cute enough or interesting enough to stop you from getting an education.”

*drops mic*

She added, “If I had worried about who liked me and who thought I was cute when I was your age, I wouldn’t be married to the President of the United States."

FACTS!

2. Michelle Obama slayed the April 2013 issue of VOGUE, styling in Michael Kors, where she talked about making family a priority after POTUS won the presidential election the 2nd time. She said:

“Our job is, first and foremost, to make sure our family is whole. You know, we have small kids; they're growing every day. But I think we were both pretty straightforward when we said, `Our No. 1 priority is making sure that our family is whole.'”

3. She’s the ultimate mom-in-chief.

Outside of helping to make the nation a better place, FLOTUS cared for her daughters Sasha and Malia Obama and always put them first, giving them the perfect example ofhow  a strong, black woman looks and acts.

4. FLOTUS is ultimate #WIFEGOALS!

We’ve watched Mrs. Obama stand by her man through it all and she made it look so easy. We’re sure, having a husband like President Barack Obama makes it easier to love with your whole heart. Mr. Obama loves his wife unconditionally and never skips a moment to let us all know he does.

To the girl from the South Side who took on a role she didn't ask for and made it her own: Happy Birthday, Michelle. I love you. pic.twitter.com/lvjfx418hn

— President Obama (@POTUS) January 17, 2017

Some of our favorite moments where a pic said more than ever: 

YAS! The perfect blue print of #BlackLove.

5. That time Michelle Obama showed up to the 2012 Kids Choice Awards in leather pants.

Yep, FLOTUS shocked us all when she hit the Nickelodeon stage to present The Big Help Award to Taylor Swift, rocking leather pants and a metallic tunic tunic designed by Wes Gordon of New York. Total First Lady game changer. Super trendy and completely turning out the First Lady fashion game.

6. FLOTUS surprised several NEW students attending Howard University because, education is key.

Imagine sitting in a room with about 250 new students expecting to hear a few speeches from Howard alum when here comes First Lady Michelle Obama out the blue! Yes, FLOTUS touched down on Howard University in September 2016 to join actor/HU student Nick Cannon in welcoming the new students.

It wasn't a bomb moment only because she invited TheYBF.com into her press pool for the day to travel with her to Howard to witness the fab event, but because this was one of many times she actually SHOWED she cared about the next generation.

7. FLOTUS gave one of the most unapologetically black speeches ever during her commencement address at Tuskegee University in 2015.

She said:

“You might remember the on-stage celebratory fist bump between me and my husband after a primary win that was referred to as a 'terrorist fist jab.' And over the years, folks have used plenty of interesting words to describe me. One said I exhibited “a little bit of uppity-ism.“ Another noted that I was one of my husband’s ‘cronies of color.’ Cable news once charmingly referred to me as ‘Obama’s Baby Mama.’"

"The world won’t always see you in those caps and gowns. They won’t know how hard you worked and how much you sacrificed to make it to this day — the countless hours you spent studying to get this diploma, the multiple jobs you worked to pay for school, the times you had to drive home and take care of your grandma, the evenings you gave up to volunteer at a food bank or organize a campus fundraiser. They don’t know that part of you."

"Instead they will make assumptions about who they think you are based on their limited notion of the world. And my husband and I know how frustrating that experience can be. We’ve both felt the sting of those daily slights throughout our entire lives — the folks who crossed the street in fear of their safety; the clerks who kept a close eye on us in all those department stores; the people at formal events who assumed we were the “help” — and those who have questioned our intelligence, our honesty, even our love of this country."

"I want to be very clear that those feelings are not an excuse to just throw up our hands and give up. Not an excuse. They are not an excuse to lose hope. To succumb to feelings of despair and anger only means that in the end, we lose."

PREACH!

8. Last summer, Mrs. Obama spoke at the Democratic National Convention where she shared one of her most influential quotes ever.

While talking about how she and Mr. Obama handle extreme criticism (i.e. Donald Trump’s hate during his campaign), she said, “No, our motto is, when they go low, we go high.”

Peep her DNC speech above.

9.FLOTUS delivered her final remarks as First lady that had everyone in tears. Even herself. She spoke during the 2017 School Counselor of the Year event in the East Room of the White House. Its an annual White House tradition FLOTUS launched in 2015.

A few touching quotes from her speech:

"Being your First Lady has been the greatest honor of my life, and I hope I've made you proud."

"I want our young people to know that they matter. That they belong. So don't be afraid. Do you hear me? Young people, don't be afraid. Be focused. Be determined. Be hopeful. Be empowered. Empower yourselves with a good education. Then get out there and use that education to build a country worthy of your boundless promise. Lead by example with hope, never fear, and know that I will be with you, rooting for you and working to support you for the rest of my life."

"When you are struggling, and you start thinking about giving up, I want you to remember something that my husband and I have talked about since we first started this journey nearly a decade ago—something that has carried us through every moment in this White House and every moment of our lives—and that is the power of hope. The belief that something better is always possible if you're willing to work for it and fight for it."

10. Those times FLOTUS showed us she's just like the rest of us!

Back in 2011, FLOTUS went undercover (or at least tried to) to go shopping in a Target in Alexandria, VA. And then there was the time she made CVS run with daytime talk show host Ellen DeGeneres a few months ago.  All we have to say is -- boxed wine.

Get your laugh on below:

Ha! 

Happy 53rd Birthday Michelle Obama! 

Photos: Getty/Reuters/Instar Images/Pacific Coast News/Splash/WENN

The moving trucks have arrived and President Obama is making his last rounds at the White House.  Get his final surprises for his staff inside...

He's been surprising everybody these last few days, from Joe Biden with the Presidential Medal of Freedom to kids at the local D.C. homeless shelter who the Obamas donated Sasha and Malia's playground set to.  Wednesday afternoon, POTUS popped up at his Press Secretary Josh Earnest's last press briefing before the Administration leaves office. Check it above.

In less than 48 hours, the Obamas will be jetting to Palm Springs for their first vacay as civilians in eight years, immediately after Inauguration.  And when they get back, they're coming back to brand new digs.

As previously discussed, the Obamas copped a new home in Washington D.C. that is gorgeously appointed and plenty of space for the family of 4.  It's even being outfitted with a special office per Mr. O's request.

The moving trucks were spotted outside the new digs on Wednesday as their new home was being unpacked:

We can't wait to see what civilian life has in store for them.  We do know, according to her aide, Mrs. Obama will be taking her time getting back to work.  After the couple's long and warm vacay in Cali, Michelle Obama reportedly plans to form a small staff to continue her work for girls and children.  And she's writing a book -- the first of many -- and has already been offered a few multi-million dollar advances.

Meanwhile, POTUS spent one of his last full days in office still working hard.  He commuted the sentence of Chelsea Manning, the U.S. Army private convicted of leaking thousands of classified reports to the anti-secrecy website WikiLeaks. Her sentence has been sharply reduced and is set to be released this May instead of year 2048.

The White House reports:

“At its heart, America is a nation of second chances.” With 209 commutations and 64 pardons, President Obama just gave 273 deserving Americans a second chance. With 1,385 total commutations over the last eight years, the President has now granted more commutations than any president in our nation’s history.

Wow.

Photos: InStar/Getty

A makeup free Alica Keys graces the cover of ALLURE magazine’s newest issue where she opens up about wearing makeup again, motherhood and more. Peep her cover, spread and highlights, plus find out why Chance The Rapper says he’s not ready to have another child inside…

Alicia Keys graces ALLURE magazine’s February 2017 issue. And she’s still on her makeup free campaign.

However, just because she has decided to not wear makeup most times, that doesn’t mean she’s completely against wearing makeup at all. The 15-time Grammy Award winner explains that whether she decides to wear makeup or not, she’s not permanently bound to either. It's her right to choose.

“I’m not a slave to makeup," she explains. "I’m not a slave to not wearing makeup either. I get to choose at [any] given moment. That’s my right.”

Not mad.

For her inside shots, A. Keys dons makeup for the first time in nearly a year.

“I think makeup can be self-expression,” she says. “I have no intention to shame anyone at all [who chooses to wear it]. No one should be ashamed by the way you choose to express yourself. And that’s exactly the point. However, if you want to do that for yourself, you should do that.”

She adds, “I am all about a woman’s right to choose. I think a woman should do anything she wants as it relates to her face, her body, her health. Whatever mode of expression that empowers you, that’s what you should do. What I am not down for is this ridiculously high, unrealistic expectation about appearance that we as women are held to.”

With her “not giving a *** what people think” attitude and giving birth to Egypt and Genesis, it has created a more conscious and outspoken Alicia Keys. And she isn't showing any signs of slowing down on the activist train. She has two young black boys that she’s going to fiercely protect and she's going to use her platform to do so.

“The We Are Here Movement [a wide-ranging social-justice organization founded by Keys] will stand in support of Hispanics, refugees, people of color, Muslims, and anyone who feels afraid in the upcoming Trump era. I have a hope that President Trump, as a New Yorker, will have more liberal views than his campaign rhetoric suggests and that in the end our system of justice will prevail. But it does hurt that racism was not a deal breaker for millions in the election. However, as an artist, I expect to continue to use my voice for things that matter, as I have since the beginning of my career. That won’t change. As an activist, I will continue to fight for what’s right. That won’t change, either. It’s time for all of us to be engaged. As a mother, I am a lioness.”

Nice!

You can read her full interview here.

On another magazine front...

Yes, Chance The Rapper has seven Grammy nominations and he’s not even signed to a major label. But, there are other things in life that make him smile. And that would be his daughter Kensli.

Over the holidays, the Chi-town rapper gave fans the first look at his baby girl after reuniting with his daughter’s mother. They were set to go to court, but they have seemingly worked out their differences and are back on track as a family.

So are more babies in the future for Chance?

He tells GQ in his cover story:

"Not right now. It’s a lot to try and be a good dad right now. With all the distractions and all the things that I’m limited in doing by living in Chicago and being a person of notoriety. I don’t wanna tack on anything. I want to get my relationship with Kensli down pat and also just get older. I’m 23. I had her when I was 22. If I am gonna have more kids, it’ll be a blessing and I’ll accept it as a responsibility and a privilege, but I’m definitely not trying to have more kids right now."

The 23-year-old rapper also reveals to the magazine what’s the hardest thing about being in a relationship with him.

“Just my time, he shares. “My time and also my knack for, like, you know, just… Fuck the second thing that I was going to say—let’s just keep it at that.… [laughs]”

Ha! We wonder what tea he was about to spill.

Catch up on his full interview here.

Photos: Paola Kudacki via ALLURE/Eric Ray Davidson via GQ

New mom Joseline Hernandez is back on the party scene and showing off her post-baby curves three weeks after giving birth Peep her party flicks, plus flicks of Peter Gunz celebrating his birthday with his children's mothers Tara Wallace and Amina Buddafly inside…

Look who’s back!

Less than a month after giving birth to baby Bonnie Bella,“Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta” star Joseline Hernandez is back on the party scene. The reality star made her first public appearance since giving birth to host at the Museum Bar this past weekend during Atlanta’s annual ‘Winter Pride.’

The new mom, who's currently filming her VH1 delivery special, showed off her post-baby curves in a black sheer bodysuit while dancing and drinking it up. Spies on the scene say Joseline sipped champagne during the bash, so we assume she isn’t breastfeeding baby Bonnie

TMZ reports the new mom was paid $10,000 for the appearance, which is $5,000 less than what she normally charges. Either way, a pretty good payout to just dance around, drink and snap pics with fans.

We hear Joseline ordered shrimp and steak tacos to eat while at the club.

Joseline's real-life sister Yani was also on the scene to party with her sis.

The reality star's snapback game is something serious. She looks good after giving birth just three weeks ago.

2017 is already looking good for Joseline. She made her acting debut on Lee Daniels’ new FOX series “Star” earlier this month. She has her spin-off show expecting to premiere this year and she's still on "LAHH."

Check out Joseline in action during the party below:

 

A video posted by Management:JoselineHernandez (@joseline) on Jan 17, 2017 at 5:46am PST

And here's the newest pic of baby Bonnie Bella:

 

My daughter went to work with me yesterday #lifestyle

A photo posted by Management:JoselineHernandez (@joseline) on Jan 17, 2017 at 4:25am PST

Cute.

At another party...

Things are still running smoothly between Peter Gunz and his baby mamas Tara Wallace and Amina Buddafly. Both ladies came out to party with their children's father this week. You'll recall, they both gave birth to his 9th and 10th child last year.

The father-of-10 celebrated his birthday with a Prince-inspired theme at popular hookah lounge Haytay in NYC with some guests wearing purple to honor the late music icon.

It appears Tara and Amina have put their differences aside because they both were present for a family gathering that included Peter, his kids and and all but one of his baby mamas back in October.

Both Tara and Amina also posted special Happy Birthday messages to Peter on their social media accounts: 

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY @petergunz174! U gave me 3 great gifts and u r so great to them. #Diad #pappagat

A photo posted by Taranasha Wallace (@iamtarawallace) on Jan 6, 2017 at 11:43am PST

 

Happy bday Daddy @petergunz174 we love you

A photo posted by Amina Pankey (@aminabuddafly) on Jan 6, 2017 at 1:28pm PST

Well alright.

Photos: Michael Walker/UMeek Images/Mr Passion Ledger

T.I. sends out a warning to black celebrities (not actual policymakers) who are having meetings with Donald Trump. He also pens a profound open letter to the president-elect that we hope Trump will come across. More inside, plus D.L. Hughley calling out Martin Luther King III….

With just days before president-elect Donald Trump is sworn into office, YBF celebs are serving up commentary on recent happenings in the black community. Several YBF celebs -- including Steve Harvey, Kanye West, Ray Lewis and Jim Brown – have held meetings with the president-elect, which has caused a firestorm of controversy in the media and on social media.

Now, rapper T.I. is weighing in on it all.

In a series of Instagram posts, the "Us Or Else" rapper criticized Kanye West, Steve Harvey and Martin Luther King III (who met with Trump on MLK Day) for normalizing Trump.

“There is a strategic plan that people are trying to make you a part of. Do not accept any invitation to have any meeting, no matter how positive you think the outcome may be. Without understanding, people have a very Willie Lynch agenda.”

He said Trump’s team is carefully crafting/brainwashing the black community with star-studded photo-ops with black entertainers.

“You being there, you being seen with them, taking pictures and smiling and being positive, it may seem positive to you, but there is a hidden agenda. You might not know it, but now you have been warned. Do not go in there unless you have a strategy or you’re with John Lewis or somebody who can represent us.”

If he wanted to affect change, why not reach out to actual black change agents, politicians and policymakers?  Hmph.  No lies told.

Peep the videos below:

 

Attn.!!!! Be clear.... There IS an agenda behind all these meetings. I shall explain in detail. Be aware. Be alert. Or Be Bamboozled!!!!

A video posted by TIP (@troubleman31) on Jan 16, 2017 at 11:39am PST

 

Ok so this how it all breaks down guys.... Be aware Be alert or Be bamboozled. #USorELSE pt.2

A video posted by TIP (@troubleman31) on Jan 16, 2017 at 11:56am PST

 

Given what's goin on between him & Congressman Lewis.... All y'all looking CRAZY right now!!!! Be Aware, Be Alert, Or Be Bamboozled Pt.3

A video posted by TIP (@troubleman31) on Jan 16, 2017 at 12:11pm PST

He’s not done there.

The Atlanta rapper also penned an open letter to Trump in an effort to create healthy dialogue that could hopefully unite us all.

"As you transition into your role as the President of the United States, you will undoubtedly be one of the most watched people in the history of the world," he wrote. “So, I can’t help but ask in the midst of our nation's calamity and discord: What do you want US to see?”

He continued, “Maybe I should take the time to share what many of US would like you to see. Should it ever at times seem as though WE are against YOU, I assure you it's a result of YOU defining yourself as the representative for those who are and who always have been against US. The deck has always been stacked against US in this country. With every generation there has been strategic steps taken to oppress, imprison and control US. All we've ever wanted was equality and empathy as the historically disenfranchised citizens that we are, in a nation that we've contributed to just as much as anyone else who calls America their home.”

Take a listen to his full letter with visuals below:

Another YBF celeb speaking out...

Comedian D.L. Hughley has been super busy spitting truth serum on his social media accounts. He’s not here for Donald Trump in any form or fashion. “F*ck you now! And f*ck you forever” is his slogan towards Trump.

Well, he also had some words about Martin Luther King III meeting with Donald Trump on the day the nation observed his father’s birthday on Monday. Peep his tweet above.

Bloop!

D.L. also posted a few IG videos condemning Trump for only meeting with athletes and entertainers and questioning why he denigrated President Barack Obama throughout his entire presidency.

Check it:

 

If #Trump was so concerned about the plight of the black community--instead of holding up athletes why didn't he look at #PresidentObama as an example for all of us to aspire to? Instead he denigrated him! #Part1 #FuckYouNow #FuckYouForever #TeamDL

A video posted by realdlhughley (@realdlhughley) on Jan 16, 2017 at 2:58pm PST

 

"Never trust a naked man who offers you his shirt." Black people don't need provisions we need vision. #Trump #FuckYouNow #FuckYouForever #Part2 #TeamDL

A video posted by realdlhughley (@realdlhughley) on Jan 16, 2017 at 3:07pm PST

Thoughts?

Photo: Getty

Chrisette Michele -- you in danger girl.  She's getting DRAGGED on social media today.  Deets inside...

We heard rumblings earlier this week, but now, it's a done deal.  Reportedly. 

The NY Daily News reports Chrisette Michele just joined the (very) brief list of folks performing for Trump at his Inauguration on Friday.

Needless to say, her very black and very R&B base aint here for it.

The site reports:

We're told that the deal was reached a week ago, but has been kept "a big secret" because Michelle's camp feared the seven days of criticism that would surely lead up the the divisive President-elect's big day. They became especially concerned when Jennifer Holliday, who'd committed to performing for PEOTUS last week, withdrew amidst heavy pressure on Monday, citing "a lapse of judgment."

We guess she believed the criticism would magically not happen if she just popped up singing on stage.

Still, all that "concern" over Jennifer Holliday pulling out didn't affect Chrisette.  Because homegirl is still down for the performance.

The people she initially was going to perform with turned down the offer, but not Chrisette.  She said as long as she gets to perform "an R&B set," she's good.

Our insiders say that inauguration organizers first reached out to Michele's team asking her to perform the song "Intentional" with singers Travis Greene, Jonathan McReynolds, and Tye Tribbett — the same trio with whom she did that tune on BET's "Celebration of Gospel" broadcast one year ago. We're told that plan fell apart when at least two of those three singers declined the offer. But, according to our sources, Michelle agreed to sing for the Prez so long as she could perform an R&B set.

Interestingly, not one Latino/Latinx musical act have been booked for this Inauguration, yet the Latinx group voted for Trump in a larger percentage than blacks. 

Chrisette must have some major checks coming her way from places other than her base, because....

Her comments from her fans show they aint here for any of this.  Shambles.  Just shambles.

Photos: Instagram

Yes, another reboot is in the works and this time Hollywood is gearing up to recreate “White Men Can’t Jump.” Decide if you’re here for the remake inside….

Hollywood is having a field day with reboots and remakes. And now, a cult basketball classic is about to get the same treatment.

‘black•ish’ creator Kenya Barris and NBA star Blake Griffin, allegedly, are teaming up to bring a reboot to theaters 25-years after Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson starred in the original. And guess what? There’s a good chance the Los Angeles Clippers baller may star in the sequel.

Kenya is set to write and produce the film through 20th Century FOX. Blake will serve as a producer (and possibly star) for the basketball sequel.

We’re calling it sequel, but Kenya tells TMZ it’s not exactly a remake of the original film. It’s moreso an inspiration for the new basketball comedy they're trying to create. He also reveals it was Blake’s idea to do the reboot and he hopes to nab the original stars (Wesley and Woody) for the new project.

Oh, and the “white men can’t jump” storyline will be dead in this new film because, as Kenya says, “the white men are winning dunk contests now.”

Check it:

So, are you here for it?

Photo: FOX via IMDB

“Love & Hip Hop: New York” star Cardi B has a plan.  And we're not mad at it. TheYBF.com was on the scene at her listening party last night and we’ve got the deets on her new projects....

While she’s known for a few viral sound bites and crazy, “don’t give a f*ck” behavior, “Love & Hip Hop: New York” star Cardi B also raps. If you watch the show, you’ve seen Cardi laying tracks in the studio and it wasn’t just for TV. She has some new music she’s gearing up to drop.

Last night, Cardi B hosted an album listening party at the Black Lodge in NYC to preview her upcoming mixtape “Gangsta B*tch Music Volume 2.” And YBF correspondent James Terrell was in the mix.

Before letting everyone hear her new tunes, she hopped on the mic to thank everyone for showing up.  She also gave "all the men who want to smash" a warning -- "Just know I'm crazy!"

Ha!

She dropped a few tidbits about what she has coming down the pipeline in the future.

“I feel like I’m a gangsta. I know I have a lot of fans, a lot of girls that pop that bottle like me. And even if girls that don’t pop that bottle, every girl have a girl they don’t like and that’s what my music is about. Every single time that you hear my song, I want girls, even if they from the Valley in California or a country girl, ‘Like yeah, I feel like I’m from the Bronx and I want to pop off!’”

She said:

“I’m very versatile with music so, I try to show that just a little bit. Not so much on this mixtape because, you know, I got to gravitate the hood first and then that’s when I can do all this commercial/pop stuff.”

Check it:

 

A video posted by TheYBF (@theybf_daily) on Jan 18, 2017 at 3:29pm PST

Think she can pull it off?  Y'all know how the pop world loves to feel like they're "hard" and part of something "hot".

Outside of music, Cardi is starring in the new season of "Being Mary Jane." We'll see her flex her acting chops on next week's episode.

Gangsta B*tch Music Volume 2 will drop this Saturday, January 21st.

Photos: TheYBF.com/Splash

Finally! One of our newest obsessions will soon give us even more episodes to yell, scream and cry over. Plus find out if Paris Jackson will appear on Lee Daniels’“Star” series inside…

If you’re a fan of NBC’s “This Is Us” (like us), then you’ll be happy to know the hit family drama has been renewed for not one, but TWO new seasons. And get this, season 2 and 3 will be serving up a total of 36 episodes. Woot!

The show’s executives made the big reveal during the 2017 Winter TCA’s.

“We all got our wish that this is a hit show,”said Jennifer Salke, President of NBC Entertainment. “’This Is Us’ is as good as anything we’ve ever had, we’re thrilled to renew it for two seasons and there’s no doubt it will have a long life on NBC. On behalf of everyone at NBC, we’re grateful for the artistry of the cast, crew, and producers assembled by our gifted creator, Dan Fogelman.”

It’s no wonder the show, which was nominated for several Golden Globe and SAG Awards, is being renewed for two new seasons. It picked up a whopping 72 million viewers “in some fashion on all platforms” for the first 10-episodes. The show debuted in September 2016.

With 36 new episodes come new guest starring roles. “Atlanta” star Brian Tyree Henry is set to star in future episodes, along with Katie Couric. He will play a friend from William’s (Randall’s biological dad) past in the present day and in flashbacks.

Peep a clip of Sterling and Brian (who appear to be good friends off set too and have been pal-ing around all Awards season) express their excitement about his new role below:

Stoked to have the amazing Brian Tyree Henry on #ThisIsUs with me. Who's ready for an @AtlantaFX / @NBCThisisUs crossover? pic.twitter.com/TbyZFAvt04

— Sterling K Brown (@sterlingkb1) January 18, 2017

Creator Dan Fogelman spoke with the media today about how they plan on keeping viewers captivated in the upcoming season.

“Our theme on the show is how life will surprise you. We attack it as writers,” he said. “You can take your family and the revealing pieces of information aren’t necessarily that a young woman wound up with a different husband many years down the line, but it’s the order we choose to tell the story.”

Details about the new seasons were kept under wraps, but Dan did drop a nugget on what fans can expect.

“There’s a before and after to the family, there’s a hinge and it’s before and after Jack‘s death — Milo Ventimiglia’s character. That will be interesting in future seasons to show where that hinge was slowly and surely.”

“This Is Us” will wrap its debut season early March.

In other TV news…

Looks like Lee Daniels has found his next “star.”

There are reports that Michael Jackson’s daughter Paris Jackson is looking to get her feet wet in the acting world. And she may make her acting debut on the FOX’s newest hit musical drama “STAR.”

The 18-year-old (above channeling Madonna in a Chanel photoshoot in Paris today) met with Lee recently about a possible role on the show that she’s seriously considering.

And here’s proof:

 

#whenpariscomestoyou ...talking talking talking

A photo posted by Lee Daniels (@theoriginalbigdaddy) on Jan 9, 2017 at 10:43pm PST

With her possible acting career, it seems she has already launched her modeling career. She’s currently in Paris posing it up on a Chanel photoshoot in front of the Eiffel Tower. We’re definitely getting Madonna-esque vibes from the flick. New face of the brand perhaps?

It’s possible, especially these days where people seemingly care more about controversial personalities and IG followers than any proof of talent.

EXTRAS:

1. A biopic on the late Sammy Davis Jr. (that's being produced by Lionel Richie) has received his estate’s blessing and a new film about his life is currently in the works. STORY

2. “Will and Grace” will be revived for a 10-episode limited installment of the series. STORY

Photo: NBC/Pacific Coast News

Kevin Hart got told "F**k off" by The Rock, J.Lo& Tyler Perry racked up trophies and celebs hit the red carpet at the People's Choice Awards.  We've got it all inside...

These two...

Kevin Hart won the Favorite Comedic Performance award at the People's Choice Awards 2017 at Microsoft Theater Wednesday night.  And when he accepted,  The Rock had a hilarious response for his Central Intelligence co-star.  Check it:

 

.. and the award goes to @kevinhart4real for being "The best husband ever!" Teasing me cuz I didn't hv an umbrella. Thx honey! #peopleschoiceawards @kevinkwan327

A photo posted by eniĸo (e-nee-ĸo) (@enikonhart) on Jan 18, 2017 at 10:15pm PST

Kev posed it up with fellow winner Blake Lively and wife Eniko.

J.Lo was a winner in every way.  She slayed the carpet within an inch of its life in this diamond covered Reem Acra gown that was fit to perfection.

The "Shades of Blue" star also went home with the Favorite Crime Show Actress award.

Flawless.

Tahj Mowry and his "Baby Daddy" co-stars won an award.

Tyler Perry won the Favorite Humanitarian Award.

Cutie Yara Shahidi rocked a geometric print sheer Off White gown with the perfect bold lip.

"Grey's" star Chandra Wilson decided to try something new, apparently....

We love Jason George on "Grey's," but not on this here carpet.  Is it the posture....or this suit?  Something aint right.

But this cutie is everything!  Lonnie Chavis, who plays young Randall on "This Is Us," is freakin' adorable!

Fab times!

Photos: Getty

Tyga and ASAP Rocky went on a double date with Kylie and Kendall Jenner. Check out their candids, plus flicks of actress Keesha Sharp getting in some quality time with her family inside….

Well look what we have here.

Rappers Tyga and ASAP Rocky hit the shopping scene in NYC with their reality TV chicks Kylie and Kendall Jenner yesterday. Oh.

Tyga and Kylie hit up clothing boutique Ovadia & Sons, while ASAP and Kendall went jewelry shopping in Manhattan’s Diamond District. Of course.

So is it safe to assume ASAP and Kendall are a couple? Sure seems like it. Maybe she made her choice between ASAP and NBA player Jordan Clarkson. Remember, Jordan and Kendall were allegedly all over each other at Drake's AMA afterparty. Rumors about ASAP and Kendall have been swirling around for months, so maybe it's offical now. *shrugs*

ASAP and Kendall then took a solo trip to Rafaello & Co’s SoHo store to get fitted for a pair of new custom grills. *rolls eyes*

Hmph.

After their shopping excursion, Tyga and Kylie changed clothes and made their way to the Jue Lan Club. They linked up with R&B crooner The Weeknd, who’s currently dating Selena Gomez, for some fun.

If you haven't heard, the Kardashian Klan will be starring in the upcoming Ocean's Eight film alongside Rihanna.

On the west coast...

Family fun!

“The People vs. O.J. Simpson” star Keesha Sharp, her singer/songwriter husband Bradford Sharp and their son made a retail run at The Grove in West Hollywood yesterday.

The YBF actress, who stars in FOX’s “Lethal Weapon,” has been nominated for her 2nd NAACP Image Award for her role in the series. She’s up against Issa Rae, Niecy Nash, Tracey Ellis Ross and Uzo Aduba for the Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series.

Photos: FameFlynet/Splash

Last night’s game between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Golden State Warriors was really intense. Zaza Pachulia stared Russell Westbrook down after a flagrant foul. Also, former friends Kevin Durant and Russell STILL aren’t speaking to one another. Peep clips from last night’s game inside…

The Oklahoma City Thunder and the Golden State Warriors met for the 2nd time this season at the Oracle Arena and this game was super intense. Not because of the score, but because of all the tension between the two teams. This was the 2nd time Kevin Durant played his old team and former bestie this NBA season.

With seconds left in the 2nd quarter, Warriors center Zaza Pachulia put a HARD foul on OKC Thunder point guard Russell Westrbook, knocking him to the ground. With Russell laid out on the court holding his face, Zaza stood over him and stared him down, taunting him in a way.

Check it:

mattclapp: Zaza fouls Russ, then stands over him ESPN NBA Basketball: Thunder at Warriors https://t.co/5BhIN0wpCNpic.twitter.com/7RYT9yDgJS

— FanSportsClips (@FanSportsClips) January 19, 2017

At first, officials called it a common foul, but after review it was determined to be a flagrant foul since Zaza made contact to Westbrook’s head.  Not to mention he stood over him afterwards, and we all know that's on some disrespectful ish.

During the game, Russell didn’t realize Zaza stood over him, but he got a glimpse of it in the locker room after the game. And he was HEATED. Westbrook wants revenge and he let everyone know it.

"I'm going to get his a** back, straight up...I don't play that game," Westbrook told reporters after the game. "I’m going to get his a** back, whenever that is, I don’t know when it’s going to be but I don’t play that game."

Sounds like fighting words.

The Warriors ended up winning the game, 121-100. They also won their last match up in November with an ending score of 122-96.

At one point in the game, we see Kevin and Russell exchange words on the court, but neither of them would disclose what was said.

In a post-game interview, a reporter asked Russell what was said when he and Kevin got face-to-face on the court after Russell dunked the ball. Russell wouldn’t even acknowledge the encounter. Check it below:

Westbrook on if he and Durant are on speaking terms and their "exchange" in the third quarter: pic.twitter.com/6qNLIkxgND

— Royce Young (@royceyoung) January 19, 2017

Kevin Durant also remained mum about the encounter:

Kevin Durant won't detail some of the stuff said between him and Westbrook tonight pic.twitter.com/7fESeuf6B0

— Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) January 19, 2017

It's safe to say, these two still aren't cool after Kevin decided to leave the Thunder to play for the Warriors.

The Warriors and the Thunder will meet again on Feb. 11th at Chesapeake Energy Arena.

Photos: Getty

We’ve got details on how Kanye West was almost headed down Splitsville Lane following his hospitalization. Plus, find out the real reason Ye wasn’t invited to perform at his friend Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration inside….

So there was drama in the West household? That’s what we’re hearing. Apparently, things got rocky between Kanye West and his wife Kim Kardashian West following his mental breakdown and hospitalization in November. What happened to Kim being so "happily in love?"

They're all good now -- so they want us to believe as they stepped out for lunch together yesterday (above).  But it's been a drama filled journey.

It got so bad, reportedly, Kim was ready to pack her sh*t and leave Ye, but somehow he was able to convince her to stay. A family friend tells Us Weekly, Kim confessed she wanted to pull the plug on her two-year marriage with the PABLO rapper. She had a change of heart after Ye swore he would get help and to keep up with taking his medication.

“Kanye swore he was going to continue with intense therapy,” the family friend revealed.“He really wants to get better and will do whatever it takes to get healthy.”

Well, it seems Kim has decided to stay and work on their marriage because the twosome was spotted heading to lunch in Calabasas to dine with Kim’s sister Kourtney Kardashian yesterday.

As the “Fade” rapper continues to get his life back on track, it was revealed he issued an apology to Jay Z and Beyonce. You’ll recall, Ye slammed Jay for not calling after Kim’s Paris robbery and he also accused Bey of rigging her 2016 MTV VMA win.

Kanye allegedly called up Hov to ask for forgiveness. “Jay was very reasonable and understood that Kanye wasn’t feeling well when he made the remarks. He was forgiving.”

Well alright.

In other Yeezy news…

The reason Kanye wasn’t invited to perform at Donald Trump’s inauguration has come to light. Apparently, Ye isn’t “traditionally American” enough to perform. Oh?

A spokesperson for Trump told CNN Kanye wasn’t invited to perform at the inauguration because his music wasn’t right for the “typically and traditionally American event” and that his music wasn’t “fitting” for the venue.

"It's going to be typically and traditionally American, and Kanye is a great guy, we just haven't asked him to perform. And we move on with our agenda," Tom Barrack, chairman of the Presidential Inauguration Committee told CNN.

We assume Ye’s kiss up session during his meeting with Trump last month wasn’t enough to secure a spot during his inauguration.

It’s interesting to note, Ye’s music was“traditionally American” enough for him to perform at MTV's Inaugural Youth Ball in honor of President Barack Obama in 2009. Hmph.

Photos: FameFlynet