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Chrisette Michele's 'Statement' On Performing At Trump's Inaugration Is More Confusing Than Her Actually Performing

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Maybe it's because our emotional capacity is at LEVEL FULL today, this being the Obamas' official last day in office and all, but this statement from Chrisette Michele today has us all the way baffled. Chile, honey, boo, what are you trying to say girl?

Get it inside...

 

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This new statement from Chrisette Michele has us on the verge of pulling a Mariah-style"I don't know her."

Listen, if you want to perform for Trump (and for an alleged $750K that we still haven't found a credible enough source to believe necessarily), then do you boo.  But don't go saying you're doing it "for us."

Chrisette Michele, pictured above performing at the White House State Dinner a few months ago for Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, has come up for air after that epic dragging she suffered on social media yesterday.

Ever since it was confirmed she would be singing that R&B set she pushed so hard to perform -- because that is the priority to push for here, obvs -- on Black Friday, i.e. Inauguration Day, folks have been coming for the "R&B Divas: LA" star.  And they scalped her bald with the dragging on Instagram and Twitter.

Now, Chrisette is speaking up to explain her decision.  At least we think that's what she was doing. 

She issued this statement today via her PR agencies and her almost-husbandger, fiance Doug "Biggs" Ellison, saying:

"My heart is broken for our country, for the hopes of our children, for the fights of those who came before us. I cry at the thought that Black History, American History might be in vain.

This country has had great moments. God has shined His light upon us.

Today, I hope that Great Moments begin in peaceful & progressive conversation. I am willing to be a bridge. I don't mind "These Stones", if they allow me to be a voice for the voiceless.

I am here.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, "Our lives begin to end, the day we become silent about what matters,".

I am here, representing you, because this is what matters."

- Chrisette Michele #NoPoliticalGenius

Oh, ok girl.

Meanwhile, Questlove has offered to pay her NOT to perform.

 

No word on if she'll accept.

 

Photo: Getty

 


President Barack Obama Will Forever Be Our EVERYTHING-IN-CHIEF

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As we wipe the tears that continue to flow before his final goodbye, we rounded up moments throughout President Barack Obama’s 8-year term that proves he’s EVERYTHING-IN-CHIEF. He does it all. Travel down memory lane with us inside…

Today marks President Barack Obama’s last full day in office after serving the country for the last 8 years. We can’t thank him enough for being a compassionate, thoughtful, charismatic, funny and incredible role model for generations to come. And of course, running the United States with "the people" always first in mind.  Inclusion was key, from the people working out the White House to the policies affecting Americans, to types of media outreach the Obamas used to advocate for their policies. We all felt it.

We’ll likely never see another president like Barack Obama in our lifetime. So, we rounded up all of the moments where he put he put on his Chief hat like a BOSS.

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Dapper Dresser In Chief

That time President Barack Obama shocked the world when he rocked a light colored suit during a press conference in the James Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House.  Oh, and that Easter Sunday swag too.

 

 

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While POTUS talked about taking action against ISIL and immigration reform, the rest of the world was talking about HIM. A light colored suit is rarely seen on a president, but Mr. O pulled it off well.

 

 

Comedian In Chief

Nah, not the dad jokes.  Before Donald Trump ran for President, he went on a vicious attack against POTUS about whether or not the president was a legal citizen of the United States. Trump demanded Mr. Obama’s birth certificate be released to prove his citizenship. POTUS released the certificate and had PLENTY of jokes launched at Trump after it was unveiled at the White House Correspondent Dinner in 2011.

Relive it all above.

 

 

Shade Thrower In Chief

Republicans cheered during POTUS’ final State of the Union address when he said, “I have no more campaigns to run.” But, Mr. Obama clapped back with the quickness. He said, “I know, because I won both of ‘em.” Bloop!


Ish Talker In Chief

During his final White House Correspondents dinner in May 2016, President Obama roasted then presidential hopeful Donald Trump for not attending the event. “Is this dinner too tacky for The Donald? What could he possibly be doing instead? Is he at home, eating a Trump steak, tweeting out insults to Angela Merkel? What’s he doing?”

He concluded his speech thanking the press corps and he did something totally unexpected. “I just have two more words to say, OBAMA OUT”  Then, that mic drop.  Check it above.


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Dad In Chief

Being a father to two young girls while running the nation had to be hard. But, President Obama made it look effortless.  The busiest man on earth always found time to be a dad, a perfect example for hard working parents everywhere.

White House photographer Pete Souza shared some never before seen pictures of POTUS in total daddy mode. On a wintery Saturday in February 2010, POTUS got dressed in his snow gear to play in the snow with his daughters Malia and Sasha Obama.

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Loves it! 

 

And those dad jokes. 

 

He had us all in tears -- including our fave YBF Teen Malia Obama -- during his farewell speech when he praised his daughters for growing into beautiful young women while the world looked on.

“Of all the things I've done, I'm most proud to be your dad,” he said.

 

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Husband In Chief

POTUS never missed a moment to shower his wife, First Lady Michelle Obama, with praise and love. That Obama type love had (almost) everybody on point in their relationships.

POTUS and FLOTUS stepped out to watch the U.S. Olympic basketball team play Brazil in July 2012. The first time the “Kiss Cam” panned over the Obamas, they missed the opportunity to get kissy. But the second time around, it went down. Get into it above.

 

President Obama got super emotional while thanking his wife during his farewell speech to the nation. He fought back tears while listing all of the great attributes about his lovely wife that had us grabbing tissues.


 

Crooner In Chief

We never got to hear him spit bars to Jeezy's "My President Is Black"  But this will do.  While POTUS would be the first to tell you he can’t hold a note, he did flex his vocals on several occasions throughout his presidency. During a fundraising event at the Apollo Theater in 2012, he busted out Al Green’s “Let’s Stay Together.” Peep the clip above.

He sang “Amazing Grace” during the funeral for South Carolina State Senator Clementa Pinckney:

And he also sang his daughter Malia "Happy Birthday" during a 4th of July celebration at the White House last year:

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Commander In Chief

President Obama proved he was NOT the one to be messed with.  Don't let that calm exterior fool you, he gets gully when necessary.

In May 2011 (nearly 10 years after 9/11), POTUS praised the American soldiers who carried out the operation to kill Osama bin Laden. Peep the clip above.

 

Baller In Chief

POTUS loves basketball! He’s the first president to have a basketball court added to the White House. He hit the court often to play against his staff and celebrities.

 

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Golfer In Chief

President Obama loves golf as well. He hit the course every chance he could during his presidency.

 

 

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Traveler In Chief

As president, President Obama has traveled all around the world. He made history as the first sitting President to visit several places like Hiroshima, Japan, Yosemite National Park, Laos, Nigeria and more.  What was everybody else doing?!

Prez O snorkeled in the Pacific Ocean during a trip in September 2016. The cool flick is featured in the February 2017 issue of National Geographic magazine.

Every trip had a purpose, and it was clear that improving America and our diplomatic ties were numero uno. 

Thank you isn't enough.  But we'll continue to say it.

 

Salute, Mr. President!

 

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Chance The Rapper Reacts To His Brother Coming Out As Bisexual + Tyson Beckford Will Heat Up Vegas With Chippendales Residency

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Chance The Rapper’s younger brother, Taylor Bennett, reveals he’s a bisexual male. And he hopes to help others dealing with the same struggles he has/is going through. Find out what Chance said about it, plus details on Tyson Beckford’s new gig inside…

 

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Chance The Rapper’s younger brother, Taylor Bennett, is free. In a series of candid tweets, Taylor revealed he is bisexual. And he did it all on his 21st birthday.

“Growing up I’ve always felt indifferent about my sexuality & being attracted 2 one sex & today I would like to openly come out to my fans,” he tweeted. “I do recognize myself as a bisexual male & do & have always openly supported the gay community & will keep doing so in 2017. #ThankYou.”

Peep his tweets (read from the bottom up):

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Several of his fans (yes, he raps likes his brother) tweeted him back in support, thanking him for being so transparent and supporting the LGBTQ community. His brother was among those in support.

In a video clip posted to his Twitter, Chance said (while holding his daughter Kensli), This my family right here. I will kill somebody over these people. Don’t play with me. He’s got God and me behind him, he cannot fail he cannot fail.”

Check it:

That brotherly love!

Well good for him for living in his truth.

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Supermodel Tyson Beckford has landed a new gig! And if you’re into half naked men dancing around in Speedos, you’ll be more than interested on the details of his new job.

The YBF hottie is heading back to Las Vegas for a 3-month residency at Chippendales. After appearing for a 3-week guest appearance a few years ago, ticket sales went through the roof. So, they want him back. But, this time, he’s doing things his way.

It’s being reported he’ll have more dance numbers and the choreography will be catered to him, as opposed to last time when he just joined the other dancers for their dance routines.

You’ll be able to see what Tyson is working with when his residency starts March 30th. In the meantime, catch a quick sneak peek HERE.

Photos: Getty/Taylor's IG/Karl Larson/Al Powers/Hew Burney

GRAND CLOSING! President Obama Opens Up About Post-Presidency Life, Brags About Malia & Sasha + First Lady Michelle Obama’s Last White House Walk Through

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It’s a wrap! President Barack Obama gave his final press conference yesterday where he opened up about what life will look like for him post-presidency. He also praises his daughters Malia and Sasha Obama. Go inside for a few highlights from his last press speech, plus pics and videos of First Lady Michelle Obama’s last White House Walk through….

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President Barack Obama held his final news conference of his presidency in the Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House yesterday. This was the last chance for reporters to ask President Obama their last questions before he leaves office on January 20th.

One reporter asked POTUS how did he and First Lady Michelle Obama talk to their daughters, Malia and Sasha Obama, about the meaning of this presidential election. First, POTUS showered his daughters with praise saying they “surprise, enchant and impress” him more every single day.

“You know, every parent brags on their daughters or their sons. You know, if your mom and dad don't brag on you, you know you got problems,” he said. Ha!

President O said it was interesting to see how they reacted to the result of the presidential election. While they were disappointed in the results, they accepted the outcome and didn’t get cynical about it.

Oh, and there are no plans for either of them to get into politics.

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He shared:

"They paid attention to what their mom said during the campaign and believed it because it's consistent with what we have tried to teach them in our household and what I've tried to model as a father with their mom and what we've asked them to expect from future boyfriends or spouses. But what we've also tried to teach them is resilience and we've tried to teach them hope and that the only thing that is the end of the world is the end of the world."

"And so, you get knocked down, you get up, brush yourself off and you get back to work. And that tended to be their attitude. I think neither of them intend to pursue a future of politics and in that, too, I think their mother's influence shows."

"But, both of them have grown up in an environment where I think they could not help but be patriotic to love this country deeply, to see that it's flawed, but see that they have responsibilities to fix it. And that they need to be active citizens. And they have to be in a position to talk to their friends and their teachers and their future co-workers in ways that try to shed some light as opposed to just generate a lot of sound and fury. And I expect that's what they're going to do. They do not -- they don't mope."

"And -- and what I really am proud of them, but what makes me proudest about them, is that they also don't get cynical about it. They -- they have not assumed because their side didn't win or because some of the values that they care about don't seem as if they were vindicated that automatically America has somehow rejected them or rejected their values. I don't think they feel that way."

The apples don't fall far from the tree.

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So what are President Barack thoughts on another black president?

“When we have everybody getting a chance and everybody's on the field, we end up being better."

“So, you know, I use that as a metaphor and if in fact we continue to keep opportunity open to everybody, then yeah, we're going to have a woman president. We're going to have a Latino president. And we'll have a Jewish president, a Hindu president. You know, who knows who we're going to have.”

 

 

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After a long 8-years of running the nation and holding the highest power of the land, what will President Obama be doing?

“I want to do some writing. I want to be quiet a little bit and not hear myself talk so darn much. I want to spend precious time with my girls. “

Sounds good to us! Some downtime is much deserved.

Check out his full speech below:

And before they leave the White House:

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First Lady Michelle Obama did one last walk through around the “people’s house” before they leave tomorrow that she shared on her social media accounts. FLOTUS bid farewell and expressed her gratitude to the American people.

In one shot, FLOTUS and POTUS embraced one another while looking over the White House balcony toward the Washington Monument. She captioned, “Being your First Lady has been the honor of a lifetime. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.”

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She posted a similar message on her SnapChat account as well.

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FLOTUS was all smiles with her dogs Sunny and Bo sitting on a stariwell in the White House.

Sunny and Bo even joined her for her last stroll through 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, the place they've called home for the last 8-years:

 

 

Taking it in on one last walk through the People's House.

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Adorbs!

By the way, if you're looking to keep up with FLOTUS on social media, her new Twitter/Instagram handle is @michelleobama44. President Obama can be found at his new handle @barackobama44. 

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DUNZO! Cuba Gooding Jr. Pulls The Plug On His 22-Year Marriage With Sara Kapfer

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Cuba Gooding Jr. has filed for divorce from his estranged wife Sara Kapfer ending their 22-year marriage. Deets inside….

Cuba Gooding Jr. and his estranged wife Sara Kapfer are headed down Splitsville Lane. “The People vs. O.J. Simpson” star has officially filed for divorce from his estranged wife Sara Kapfer after 22-years of marriage.

The Hollywood actor and the schoolteacher met in high school and ended up trekking down the aisle in 1994.

TMZ got their hands on court documents that reveal Cuba requested for joint legal and physical custody of their 10-year-old daughter Piper. The couple also has two adult children, Spencer and Mason. He has reportedly agreed to pay spousal support.

While he has agreed to pay spousal support, he wants his earnings that he cumulated since their legal separation to not be added in when it comes to shelling out monthly payments. Which means, she will not get any money he received since starring in the award winning limited series “The People vs. O.J. Simpson.”

This uncoupling was years in the making. The 47-year-old actor's estranged wife filed for legal separation in August 2014, revealing they had split in April of that year. Despite their legal separation, the couple dated on-and-off.

Earlier this year, Cuba sat down with daytime talk show host Steve Harvey to chat about his estranged wife. He said,

“Listen, you know how things happen,” he said. “Things happen, you grow up … I took my wife on a date the other day. Took her to see a movie the other day. Yeah. We got kids, man. We got to keep this together, strong, you know? That’s how I see it.”

Oh...ok.

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Since separating from his wife, Cuba has been doing the absolute most. After the Golden Globes a few weeks ago, the Hollywood veteran was spotted wearing a KFC bucket on his head. Don’t ask us why because we have no idea why.

Actor Marlon Wayans snapped the shot and posted the picture on social media pages. On Twitter he captioned, “This is without a doubt THE CRAZIEST N-word I know @cubagoodingjr.” He also posted the picture on his Instagram page with the caption, “CAPTION THIS!!!! I can't!!! Laughing too hard love this NUT! #whiteboywasted”

 

 

This guy....

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Solange Soothes D.C. With Soulful Set At Peace Ball Celebration + LGBTQ Activists Get LITTY Outside Of VP-Elect Mike Pence’s Home

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For folks looking to do something other than celebrate Donald Trump’s forthcoming inauguration, Solange Knowles hit the stage to soothe Washington D.C. Meanwhile, LGBTQ activists took a different approach and got super turnt outside of vice-president elect Mike Pence’s home. More inside…

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As an alternative to the pre-inauguration festivities for Donald Trump, Solange Knowles Ferguson was tapped to perform at the Busboys and Poets' Peace Ball: Voices of Hope and Resistance at the National Museum Of African American History & Culture last night.

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On the eve of the 45th presidential inauguration, YBFers hit the stage for an event to celebrate black culture. The night served as a healing session for those feeling uncertainty about what’s to come with a Trump presidency.

And it couldn’t get any blacker.

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Solange’s new LP A Seat At The Table is unapologetically black. So, it served as the perfect tracklist for the evening. Standing before about 3,000 guests, the soulful songtress belted out songs from her latest album, including “Cranes in the Sky,” Weary,” "Mad," "Don't Touch My Hair," and “Bad Girls,” a cut from her True EP.

Peep clips from her set below:

 

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Jazz bassist and singer Esperanza Spalding was also on the line up for the pro-black event.

Peep a clip from her set below:

 

 

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New Jersey Senator Cory Booker spoke a few words during the event. Early this morning, Sen. Booker issued a message to the masses that now is not the time to give up. “It’s time to get up; to stand up, to speak words that heal, help, and recommit to the cause of our country.”

Peep his full message below:

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CNN commentator Van Jones praised political activist Angela Davis as she took the stage to introduce Solange.

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Ha!

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Singer Raheem DeVaughn and civil rights activist/Black Lives Matter leader Deray McKesson were also in the mix.

Elsewhere in the city...

 

 

On the eve of the 45th presidential inauguration, hundreds of LGBTQ activists rolled up outside vice-president elect Mike Pence’s home and turned all the way up. They gathered to protest his anti-LGBT record before he’s elected into office. If you didn't already know, Pence has a long history of supporting anti-gay policies.

So, the gay community decided to pay him a visit.

Around 200 protestors WERK for Peace and DisruptJ20 got decked out in tutus, rainbow flags and spandex for the twerk fest. They turned up the music and danced in the streets to Rihanna’s “Work." Peep the clip above.

They also chanted "Daddy Pence, come dance":

 

 

Lordt!

Below are a few more videos from their dance-off protest:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Well that's one way to send off the vice-president elect.

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Barack & Michelle Obama Are The Ultimate Class Act As Donald Trump Is Sworn In As President

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Former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama (ugh, it’s killing us to type former) welcomed Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump with smiles at the White House before Trump was sworn in on Capital Hill. Peep the flicks and videos inside…

 

Well, the day is finally here.  We're about all cried out.  And it's time to get to work for 2018 (to flip Congress and cut off the real carnage that is about to go down).

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Donald Trump has officially been sworn in as our new president for the next four years. The only good thing that came from today’s event is how classy and gracious our former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama were in welcoming the Trumps. The Obamas have been a class act this entire transition period, especially in the face of those (like the incoming Administration) serving up belittlement and condescension by the hour.

Before heading to Capitol Hill for the presidential inauguration, Mr. and Mrs. Obama welcomed Donald and Melania to the White House for tea and coffee. Former President Obama served up a few kisses to his wife before shaking Trump’s hands as he walked up the steps to the entrance.

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Mrs. Obama, looking gorgeous in a maroon belted midi dress, welcomed Melania with a hug and a kiss on the cheek. Meania came bearing gifts, handing Mrs. Obama a blue Tiffany box wrapped with a white bow. 

Check it:

 

 

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The Obamas taught a masterclass in remaining graceful in the face of those who believe you are lesser than.

After their meeting, everyone headed to Captiol Hill for the inauguration...

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We’re sure it was hard for Hillary Clinton, who lost the presidential election but nabbed the popular vote, to watch Trump be sworn in as president. It’s also tradition for former presidents (like Bill Clinton) and their wives to attend.

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While the Obamas remained graceful throughout the ceremony, we did catch Mrs. Obama with that epic side-eye:

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One last side eye for the books!

After the ceremony, the Obamas waved goodbye to Washington D.C. before heading to Joint Base Andrews where Obama spoke once again:

 

And below are former President Obama's last tweets as president. If you're following him on Twitter, no worries about adding his new Twitter handle. They transitioned the account to @POTUS44. Thankfully. The Trump Adminsitration will have to earn their own social media following.

Same for the White House's IG account.  It's now the @obamawhitehouse account:

 

 

Yes we can. Yes we did. Thank you for being a part of the past eight years.

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Peep the tweets:

 

 

 

 

 

 

OBAMA OUT!

 

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Malia Obama Nabs Another Super Cool Hollywood Internship Following Secret Trip To Bolivia & Peru

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The dream internships keep trickling in! Former First Daughter Malia Obama will return behind-the-scenes in Hollywood after nabbing an internship with famed producer Harvey Weinstein. Get the details on her new super cool internship, plus deets and flicks of Malia’s secret three-month trip to Bolivia and Peru inside…

Former First Daughter Malia Obama is having one helluva gap year after graduating high school last year. With her dad Barack Obama having just left the office of President, he’s not the only one transitioning into a new role.

The 18-year-old just landed another super cool internship in Hollywood. She’ll be working with Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein over the summer, according to reports.

A source tells The Hollywood Reporter, Malia is expected to start working with the famed producer in February at the NYC office of The Weinstein Co. following the Obamas vacay in Palm Springs. No word yet on which department Malia will work in, but sources say she may be in marketing or development.

This isn’t her first kick a** internship in Hollywood. In 2015, Malia worked with Lena Dunham’s HBO series “Girls." She also worked on the set of CBS’s “Extant” series, which starred Halle Berry, and she interned at the U.S. Embassy in Spain last year.

You’ll recall, Mr. Obama’s eldest daughter decided to take a year off after graduating high school. She'll start college courses in the Fall at Harvard University (like her mother & father did for law school).

Post-presidency life is looking good for the ultimate First Daughter Malia.

Before nabbing another cool internship....

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Malia traveled to Bolivia and Peru under the radar for a three-month excursion back in November.

American Embassy officials told the Bolivian guides that an American dignitary would be joining them, but they had no idea who exactly they would be hosting. Apparently, when you’re white and blonde that automatically renders you as “important.”

“There was a blond girl and we assumed she was the important one,” Gregorio Mamani, one of the guides, said in a phone interview with the NY Times this week.

It seems the guides didn’t realize Malia was in their presence until now. “She was very humble, chatty, spoke Spanish very well,” Mr. Mamani said. “She was mesmerized by the Bolivian landscape.”

With security detail in tow, Malia traveled with a group on an educational trip to the Cordillera Real mountain range in Bolivia. The 83-day trip was organized by Where There Be Dragons, a Colorado company that runs educational trips. The exploration is described as means for students to “examine current political trends, social movements and environmental conservation efforts in the mountains and jungles of Bolivia and Peru.”

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It's reported Malia lived with a family in Tiquipaya, a tiny town in central Bolivia. Mr. Mamani revealed Malia didn’t receive any special treatment, performing chores, including cooking, with the group of travelers.

According to Bolivian media, former President Barack Obama called up President Eyo Morales to request for additional security, but the White House has not confirmed that to be true. Looks like she had fun though. Best wishes to Malia and her bright future ahead!

 

 

Photos: Bolivian Mountain Guides/ European Pressphoto Agency/Instagram


“black•ish” Spin-Off Starring Yara Shahidi Is Likely In The Works + Keke Palmer Goes TOPLESS On The Sidewalk Catwalk

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There’s talk of a “black•ish” spin-off that will star Yara Shahidi. Find out what the possible series will be about, plus flicks of Keke Palmer sexing up the sidewalk catwalk inside…

One of our fave YBF teens may possibly be starring in her own new series.

There’s news that “black•ish” is looking to launch a spin-off show and it will star our fave YBF Teen Yara Shahidi.

According to Deadline, “black•ish” series creator/executive producer Kenya Barris, former “black•ish”  showrunner Larry Wilmore, and the ABC Network are working on a spin-off show to their critically acclaimed, award winning family series. Larry Wilmore reportedly introduced the original idea of a college comedy.

It’s still in the very early stages with no script and no deals in place. But, there are a few details about the new project. Yara will reportedly lead the series as it follows her character, Zoey Johnson, going to college. Sounds like a “Cosby Show”/”A Different World” situation.

Sources say the idea of the potential series will be introduced as a backdoor pilot episode on “black•ish” this Spring.

This season, Zoey’s dad Dre Johnson (Anthony Anderson) helped her land a Teen Vogue internship to help jazz up her college applications. We could totally see a “black•ish” spin-off for the younger YBF generation.

Last night, Yara, styling in a black-and-white lace Antonio Marras gown, hit up the 2017 Annual Artios Awards last with her on-screen brothers Marcus Scribner and Miles Brown and sister Marsai Martin (above). Cute!

 

In other news...

 

 

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Leave it to Keke Palmer to bring the dramatics.

The 23-year-old actress, who's currently filming an independent film titled PIMP, hit the sidewalk catwalk BRALESS covering her lady parts with Nippies pasties. She finished her risqué look with a bright yellow THPSHOP fur coat, a Dolls Kill bralette, LEVI's boyfriend jeans and a blinged out GCDS choker.

 

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Hate it or love it, Keke is going to be Keke.

 

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Serena Williams CHECKS Reporter Who TRIED It + iLoveMakonnen Wants The World To Know He’s Gay

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Don’t come for Serena Williams unless she sends for you. She unapologetically checked a reporter who criticized her game during the Australian Open. Check her clapback, plus iLoveMakonnen’s announcement that he’s gay inside…

You would think after winning a match in the Australian Open one wouldn’t have to pop off on a reporter. But, that’s not the case for Serena Williams.

After defeating Czech tennis player Lucie Šafářová yesterday (6-3, 6-4), a reporter tried to bash her performance during a post-match interview.

The reporter opened up his line of questioning with criticism saying she gave “a little bit of a scrappy performance,” that there were “a few unforced errors” and a “few double faults.”

Rena wasn’t feeling his critique and responded, “I think that’s a negative thing to say. Are you serious?”

She then went on to ask him to issue up an apology. “That wasn’t very kind. You should apologize. Do you want to apologize?” Ha!

She continued, “That was a great performance. I played well.”

Let 'em know!

The reporter offered up an apology and Rena went on to answer his questions.

The Berlei brand ambassador went on to talk about playing at a high level, playing her next opponent and what she thinks it would be like if Martin Luther King Jr. was alive during the social media age.

Check it:

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Serena's next match is against American tennis player Nicole Gibbs which will kick off tonight at 8:15pm EST.

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Following Chance The Rapper’s brother Taylor Bennett unveiling his sexual preference, rapper iLoveMakonnen is following suit.

The rapper, who burst on the music scene in 2014 with his hit track "Club Goin Up On A Tuesday,” came out to reveal he’s gay in a string of tweets.

“As a fashion icon, I can't tell u about everybody else's closet, I can only tell u about mine, and it's time I've come out.” He continued, “And since y'all love breaking news, here's some old news to break, I'm gay. And now I've told u about my life, maybe u can go life yours.”

Check the tweets below (read from the bottom up):

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Following his announcement, the Atlanta rapper (real name Makonnen Sheran) posted a screenshot of his tweets on his Instagram with the caption,“Thank you for letting me be myself.”

Glad folks are feeling confortable enough to be themselves....

 

Photos: Getty/Makonnen's IG

New Podcast Episode -- Natasha & Kamie Crawford Get REAL About Sex, Body Confidence & Business In Curvy Girlhood

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Over this Inauguration ish?  We've got something for you.  This one's for the curvy girls...and those who love them.  Model & former pageant queen with the most reckless mouth that we LOVE, Kamie Crawford, joins Natasha for the latest podcast. It gets SO real....

 

Natasha invites her neighbor/"plus" model (she hates that label)/BET's "F'in Fabulous" star/former Miss Teen USA Kamie Crawford over for tea.  And by tea, we mean tequila.

The ladies are going IN about everything about sex with curves, bedroom confidence tips, relationships, men, internet dating, Instagram frauds, and of course, hot topics!

The ladies talk about men's best and worst zodiac signs (Cancers are gonna want to listen to this), relationship issues, sex for curvy girls, how to get confidence, why "Being Mary Jane" is COMPLETELY unrealistic this season, getting turned off from the idea of marriage and all the pressures, does Kamie really have a sugar daddy, why she’d never date an athlete, Natasha says men and women can’t just be friends as adults, why Natasha is terrified to date again,  how to leave an unproductive relationship when you’re scared you’ll never find love again, why certain women get hit on by married or taken men, why men cheat, are we still in the year of the ho?, and how overly sexed up Instagram models have ruined everything.

The ladies have a MUCH NEEDED talk about curvy girl issues:  Kamie spills tea about the plus sized modeling industry and the trickery they pull on consumers,  gives must-hear dating and sex confidence tips for when you don't feel you look A1, why some men hate bonnet sex and others don’t,  the disgusting (but kinda sweet) lengths Kamie's man went through to prove his love and more.

Also, Kamie drops tea about being in a wedding with The Weekend last summer, knowing Alexis personally (the chick Fetty Wap is in a sex tape with), why New York are horrible for dating, men that ghost you, is it ok to talk to a man ONLY thru DM and he never gives you his number?, why there needs to be an app to tell us a man’s penis size before we entertain him, and Kamie drops knowledge about her fave sex toy.

Don't forget to SHARE THIS PODCAST to enter to win a LaLa Land prize pack!  @ us on IG/Twitter/FB.

OBAMA OUT! Barack Obama Praises Staffers In Farewell Speech On Inauguration Day + See Inside The White House -- It's Now A Ghost Town

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OK guys. It’s really official now. Former President Barack Obama has officially wrapped up two terms as our Commander-In-Chief. Before leaving the inauguration today, he thanked all of his staffers for a job well done. Peep his speech, plus flicks of an empty White House after the Obama left last night inside…

It’s official guys. Obama is OUT.

After leaving the presidential inauguration today, Mr. and Mrs. Obama boarded a military helicopter (above) to travel to Joint Base Andrews in Prince George’s County, Maryland, marking the end of an incredible era.

Once they made it to their destination, the Obamas were met with roars and cheers from the staffers who helped them run the country for the last 8 years. The former president started off saying he would make his speech brief as he and Mrs. Obama has been bidding farewell to the nation for the last week or so.

Mr. Obama thanked the diverse group of staffers who have been right by their side since the beginning and those who put their lives on hold to help bring “hope in the face of difficulty.”

“This has never been about us," he said.“It has always been about you.”

He also said "the work" is not yet done. "This is just a pit stop in the continuing story of building America," he said.

Peep his speech to his staffers below:

 

 

 

 

Farewell.

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After his speech, Mr. and Mrs. Obama boarded Air Force One to make their way to a much-needed and deserved family vacay in Palm Springs.  They both posted from their new personal accounts (which were automatically transitioned from the official white house accounts) that they'll be back before we know it.

 

 

Last night...

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The White House was a ghost town as the Obamas packed up their things to leave. Picture frames that featured pictures of the Obamas were taken down in the West Wing outside of the Oval Office. Offices where his staffers worked were empty. Just about all traces of the former president and his family and staff were taken away to new digs.

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Before leaving, Mr. Obama left the new president a written letter in an Oval Office desk, following tradition. No word on what was written in the note, but if the new president follows tradition, he will likely release what was written on his last day of presidency.

 

*Tears*

 

#ThankYouObama!

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WATCH: Big Sean Made Sure To Salute Girlfriend Jhene Aiko During His 'SNL' Debut

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Big Sean made his musical guest debut on "SNL" last night, and his girlfriend Jhene Aiko was right there to support her Detroit bae.  Check out how the rapper saluted his Twenty88 other half during his performance inside...

 

Big Sean hit the "SNL" stage for the second time last night, but it was his first time as the star musical guest.  After being a hype man back in 2010 during Kanye West's SNL stint, Big Sean made his own solo debut.

He performed a new track, "Sunday Morning Jetpack," from his upcoming album I DECIDED. He had a line strictly for his boo about their jealous haters.

 

Back when I dated Alisha, Simone Or any other girl who looked like Lisa Bonet

Who was jealous of me and Jhené

Who you would always advise with me being away

You was right, but I had to learn for myself

Check it below:

 

Jhene was there for her man's big night too.  She snapped a flick and showed how the crew was stanning out backstage:

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Cute. 

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Sean also performed his single "Bounce Back."  Check it below:

 

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Rihanna Brought Some Bomb Fashion With A Message To The #WomensMarch Protest

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Rihanna's protest style is A1.  Chick popped up on the streets of New York last night during the Women's March and brought a fashionable message with her.  See it inside...

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The signs, quotes and messages were at Peak Perfection levels yesterday at all the women's marches around the country.  Over two million women were estimated to have turned out nationwide to let the Trump administration know that they are still here, and will not put up with misogyny and women's rights being stripped away. Rihanna joined the New York ladies and men with a message as well.

The Barbadian singer has been vocal in her own way about the American election.  She spends most of her daily life in the States, so it comes as no surprise she would want to chime in on the circus that has been our recent election.  She was pro-Hillary and is pro-women's rights.

The "Cockiness" singer rocked a pink tulle skirt, pink pumps and jeans, all topped off with a pink sweatshirt that read "THIS P***Y GRABS BACK" in response to Trump's disgusting rhetoric about how he wants to grab women's p***ies.

She said:

So proud to be a woman!! So proud of the women around the world who came together today for pro-choice!

Ri threw on her pink leather baseball cap, fur stole and bad ass gloves to join protestors right in front of Trump Tower.

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Today, she's rocking a feminist inspired tee from Dior.  The tee popped up on the runway of new Creative Director Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Dior debut this past September.

Let 'em know Ri!

 

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Stacey Dash Got Fired From Fox On Her Day Off

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No good deed goes unpunished.  The Conservative's biggest mouthpiece for PR stunts just got booted from the most conservative news network.  Find out about Stacey Dash getting cut from Fox News inside...

Just when Stacey Dash thought her job was secure with Trump getting into the highest office, not so much.

The Hill reports Fox News decided not to renew a few contracts, including hers.  Longtime political commentator George Will, Republican strategist Ed Rollins and actress Stacey Dash won't be entering the Fox News building again, this according to a network spokesperson.

50-Year-Old Stacey was signed by the network in 2014 and appeared on the daily afternoon show "Outnumbered."

Not so coincidentally, Donald Trump blasted George Will, a Pulitzer-winning columnist, back in June after he left the Republican party:

If you haven't caught on to the dictator ways of our new POTUS, it's time to get woke. He's been monsterizing, belittling, and discrediting media since day one, something that dictators throughout world history have done when they know credible media can destroy their propaganda filled platform. It's the first steps to disbanding and controlling media in general. When that happens, those media properties no longer become the vehicles for information that the public needs. Trump's administration has an agenda, one directly in line with Fox News. In order for them to stay best buds, we wouldn't be shocked if Fox got rid of anyone who doesn't promote that agenda.

We also can't help but worry about another possibility. Was Stacey "let go" because Trump is making room for her in his least qualified Cabinet of all time? At the rate these Cabinet appointments are going....

Meanwhile, the Twitter dragging is very real.

 

 

Bloop.

 

 


Barack Obama's Face On Vacation Is All Of Us Right Now, See What The Former Prez Is Up To

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It's former President Barack Obama's first weekend in eight years that he can live like a civilian.  A civilian with lots of security, but still.  His face on vacation though...it's telling.  And we can all relate.

Barack Obama was spotted leaving the gym (above) today, the second day of his vacation in Palm Springs, CA.

The former President looked understandably tired and partially covered his face as he was driven back to his vacation home after spending an hour putting in work.  We wouldn't be surprised if this was his face before the gym as well.  It's surely been ours since Friday.

Just like he said he would, Mr. O. spent his first day of freedom Saturday on the golf course. 
 

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He played at the private course belonging to Billionaire Larry Ellison. US Ambassador to Spain James Costos tagged along.

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Something tells us he's not mad at having to drive his own golf cart now.  Private citizenship looks good on him.

BONUS: While all of the Instagram photos and Tweets from both Barack & Michelle Obama have been archived in separate IG and Twitter accounts, you can still follow their personal accounts where they'll be updating periodically after their vacation.  If you were following them before, you will automatically be following their new accounts.

As for the POTUS Twitter handle, Twitter got dragged for automatically making accounts that UNFOLLOWED it, follow it again as Trump took over.  They claim to be "working on the glitch."

In the meantime, The Obamas have been utilizing their Obama Foundation platforms on Youtube and Email.  The work continues.

 

 

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EXCLUSIVE PICS: Inside The Front Lines Of D.C.'s Women's March -- What The REAL Message Was About

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Go inside the front lines of the epic Women's March, now being called the largest nation-wide march in history in number.

 

Women came out in droves all around the country to make their voices (and their beautifully petty and brilliantly creative signage) heard.  The main march in D.C. saw over a million women, this according to multiple reports.  The founders of the Women's March -- including activist Tamika Mallory and executive director of the Arab American Association of New York Linda Sarsour -- mobilized women to march the streets for equal pay, rights for survivors of sexual assault and people with disabilities, access to proper healthcare, equal rights for other marginalized groups, choice, and plenty of other causes. Get into the messages HERE.

While some anti-women's march folks on social media claimed this was purposeless because "women weren't losing any rights" since it's been said by a few of Trump's Cabinets members that Roe vs. Wade is the law of the land.

Yeah, for now. Trump also will be appointing several Supreme Court Justices (CNN just reported Ted Cruz was at the top of the short list, chile). Since Republicans already have control over both the House and the Senate, the possibilities are endless when it comes to the type of anti-women's health (beyond abortions) legislation that will get presented, passed, and upheld. THESE are the things that keep millions of women up at night and fearful all day.

Since the government is SUPPOSED to operate according to the will of the people, like Trump alleged during his campaign ("Give America back to the people!," remember?), millions of women wanted to be VERY clear about what they want...and don't want.

Sure, 99.9% of everything that comes out the Trump's administration's mouth is complete B.S., but thanks to our Democratic system, we have ways to take him to task.  Voting against over 5 million women who PUBLICLY voiced their collective opinions in multiple states is grounds to not re-elect Congressmen, or Trump. 

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We're proud of the women (and men) who took action on Saturday and made their voices known!  Icons like Angela Davis and Nona Hendryx were in the mix, and actor couple Jeffrey Wright and wife Carmen Ejogo, as well Maxwell, Zendaya and more.

And to those who say "why didn't they do this at the polls on Election Day," people surely did.  That's why Hillary Clinton won the popular vote by millions.

It's time to mobilize and strategize beyond the marches as well.

Check out the gallery below to see the women and men who led the charge in D.C. and who we expect to continue leading to 2018 midterm elections.  Find out HERE how you can join other women in 10 actions to hold the new administration accountable during Trump's first 100 days.

 

SUNDANCE SITUTATION – Kerry Washington's Husband Nnamdi Nabs Another Acting Role, Nia Long, 'Underground' Cast At #WomensMarch

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YBF Celebs are braving the snowy streets of Park City, Utah to promote their new projects at Sundance Film Festival.   See what Kerry Washington's husband Nnamdi, Nia Long and John Legend are up to inside...

Sheesh.  Beaches star Nia Long makes looking flawless in arctic temps look mad easy:

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She's in the mountains to promote her new film Roxanne Roxanne and hopefully fond a major backer to get the film distributed.

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Her Lifetime remake of Beaches premiered this weekend (nah, our emotional state after this Inauguration simply aint up to the saddest movie plot ever) and she brought her real life bestie along on the work-ation.

 

Common rocked the stage at the movie's screening:

 

Amazing night with @common. Lyrical truths. #sundance2017 #roxanneroxannethemovie

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John Legend and Jurnee SmollettBell spoke at one of the many panel discussions in Salt Lake City about the new season of their hit WGN America show "Underground."

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Also there for the actor buzz -- Nnamdi Asomugha.  We're not sure if he's getting acting tips from his Emmy nominated wife Kerry Washington or not, but we know he's starring alongside "Atlanta" actor Brian Tyree Henry in the wrongful conviction drama "Crown Heights."  

Kerry, who was at the Women's March in L.A. over the weekend, jetted out to meet him on Sunday.

By the way, he's a producer on the movie too.  He also was an executive producer of Beasts of No Nation and had a role in My Name is Doris.

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The "Underground" cast and supporters -- including John and Aldis Hodge and Jurnee Smollett Bell's husband Josiah -- also took some time to join the Women's March that was organized by Chelsea Handler.  We love when men get involved in the movement!

 

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"The Talk" co-host Aisha tyler snapped pics with actresses/hosts CHelsea Handler and Ashley Judd.

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Even Mary J. Blige was spotted making her way around Park City.

 

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COUPLEDOM? A$AP Rocky & Kendall Jenner Are Attached At The Hip In Paris

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A$AP Rocky has been spending tons of time with Kendall Jenner lately, and now they're attached at the hip in Paris.  Get into their flea market shopping date inside...

 

Rapper ASAP Rocky took model Kendall Jenner on a flee market shopping spree during Paris fashion week over the weekend.  Big spender!

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The twosome, who have been spending a lot of time together in NY and LA as well, were spotted walking the streets of Paris on Sunday with their fur and velvet coats on full tilt.  They both share a love for fashion, so maybe that's the draw.

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Kendall was later seen at the Chanel Cambon boutique, likely getting fitted if she's walking in the upcoming Chanel show.  We're sure A$AP will be front and center, just like he was at the Dir show Saturday.

He had his Mob homie A$AP Ferg front row chillin' with him all in his new "Fashion It Guy" moment.  Ain't no fun if the homies can't have none.

 

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WEEKENDS WITH BAE – Terrence J Gets Surprise Celebration Dinner From Girlfriend Jasmine + Kevin & Eniko Grab Dinner With The Kids

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Weekends are for bae, and Terrence J let everybody in on a sweet, intimate moment between him and girlfriend Jasmine Sanders.  Plus, the Harts have a cute family dinner...

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Looks like things are getting serious between actor/producer Terrence J and his model girlfriend Jasmine Sanders.  She hosted a surprise dinner for him at Serafina LA with his family and friends there, and it turned him into a ball of mush.  He professed his love for her and they shared a deep kiss for the IG viewers.

 

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As for what he's celebrating -- the former "106 & Park" host and Perfect Match star says he's got a big deal he's announcing Monday.

 

The busiest man in Hollywood always makes time for his wife and kids:

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Kevin Hart and wife Eniko were spotted out grabbing dinner at Catch in LA over the weekend.  Kev's been everywhere shooting...everything...so any family time together is precious. 

He spit some life gems for his followers too.  Check it:

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