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Hip Hop Icons Queen Latifah & DJ Khaled Get Honored At 'Save The Music' + Regina King, Tracee Ellis Ross & More Glam Up For Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic

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It was a Hip Hop celebration for icons Queen Latifah and DJ Khaled at VH1’s Save The Music event. Peep the pics, plus flicks of Regina King, Tracee Ellis Ross and more at the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic inside…

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It’s always nice to give flowers to those who mean something to you while they’re still here. And it’s even more special when you can honor icons while helping the youth at the same time.

Queen Latifah has been getting all her flowers recently. After she was honored with the with the Jimmy Iovine Icon Award at the Revolt Music Conference in Miami, the Queen was front and center to be honored at VH1’s 20th annual “Save The Music” gala.

The female emcee was praised for her trailblazing contributions to Hip Hop and her continued efforts to make sure students across the nation have access to music in schools.

Wyclef was tapped to perform to honor his mentor. Queen was hands on with Wyclef and the Fugees back in the back, putting them up on the music industry when they first came in.

"Latifah is family. She's magical," he said. “She's been responsible for so many people's careers including the Fugees. People don't know that. Latifah put the Fugees on tour before the Fugees were the Fugees. She sees greatness. I love her for that."

Nice!

The night's honoree had loads of fun on stage and in the audience with "Power" stars LaLa Anthony and Naturi Naughton during the gala:

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DJ Khaled was also honored for his musical contributions. The Miami producer and rapper Slick Rick stopped for a candid moment outside for the cameras.

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Music executive Steve Aoki was also honored during the gala. Radio/TV personality Sway Calloway hit the stage and turned all the way up.

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DJ D-Nice was on the 1s and 2s to provide the night's tunes.

And here's what everyone looked like on the carpet when they arrived: 

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Come through Queen in the lace topped with a custom graphic kimono by designer Timothy Snell. 

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All white everything! LaLa looked regal in Stella McCartney.

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New mom Naturi kept is uber sexy in a black gown.

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Wyclef and Slick Rick showed off their unique fashions on the carpet before hitting the stage.

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The reality stars were in the building as well. "Love & Hip Hop" stars Yandy Smith and Juju were all smiles.

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Hey Sway!

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TV personality Rocsi Diaz was also in the mix.

At another event...

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It’s that time of year again. Hollywood’s elite gather together for the uber posh ed Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic held at Will Rogers State Historic Park in Pacific Palisades.

“black-ish” starlet Tracee Ellis Ross was dressed perfectly for the event. The EMMY nominated actress rocked a wide brimmed Eric Javits straw hat paired with marigold Céline trousers that matched the event’s signature hue.

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Regina Hall always looks amazing and this all white laid back, yet chic, look was perfect for the champagne-filled event.

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The EMMY winner linked up with YBF starlets Serayah and Aja Naomi King for a cute photo-op.

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Other YBF guests included funnyman Jamie Foxx, actress Garcelle Beauvais, actress Ashley Madekwe,  and E! correspondent Zuri Hall:

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Yes, Fancy!

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Fab times.

Photos: Getty/Instagram


Yara Shahidi, Cicely Tyson & Tessa Thompson Bring #BlackGirlMagic To Life At ELLE’s Women In Hollywood Celebration

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Cicely Tyson and Tessa Thompson were honored at ELLE’s annual Women In Hollywood celebration and #BlackGirlMagic ensued. Flicks inside…

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Let’s just take a moment to appreciate 92 years of greatness!

Yes, Cicely Tyson is 92-years-young and looking better than ever. The Hollywood legend was honored at ELLE’s 25th annual Women in Hollywood celebration held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills.

With everyone focused on the Harvey Weinstein sexual assault scandal that’s taking over headlines, Cicely opened up about her first encounter with sexual molestation as a child.

“I never thought the day would come when I would be put in this position,” she said during her speech. “I have mixed emotions about what I am going to say, but I feel very strongly about saying it,” said the Academy Award nominee, who then dived into a story about being a 9-year-old child sent out to sell shopping bags for her mother for 2 cents a bag. “The thing that stays in my memory as if it happened just a moment ago was the first man that I walked up to, to sell a shopping bag, said to me, ‘If you go into the hallway, I’ll give you $5.’ That was my first encounter or introduction of what I later came to know of sexual molestation.”

She continued, “It never left me. And so I know what it is, what it was, and what it will be if we don’t stop it — and we can.”

Just another testament of Cicely’s strength and endurance to keep pressing forward to better her life even when life dealt her a bad hand. It’s admirable and motivating.

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TGIT creator Shonda Rhimes embraced Cicely after presenting her the honor.

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CREED actress Tessa Thompson was also honored at the event as one of Hollywood’s “IT” women.

She was later joined on stage with the rest of the Women In Hollywood 2017 crew, including Cicely, Jennifer Lawrence, Laura Dern, Jessica Chastain, Margot Robbie, Riley Keough, and Kathleen Kennedy.

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Also at the event...

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A Wrinkle In Time director Ava DuVernay and lead actress Storm Reid were front and center to show support of the Hollywood titans’ honor.

A Wrinkle In Time, also starring Oprah, is set to hit theaters March 9, 2018.

On the carpet...

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Honorees Cicely and Tessa struck a few poses on the carpet before they were celebrated for their contributions to the industry.

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Shonda Rhimes was all smiles in a pink and black lace dress.

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"black-ish" star Yara Shahidi, who is gearing up for her spinoff "Grown-ish," kept it cute in all white everything on the carpet before sharing some good times with Ms. Tyson.

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Loves this!

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“Claws” actress Niecy Nash, flossing her curves in a ChiaraBoni LaPetiteRobe jumpsuit, also touched on experiencing sexual misconduct as early as the age of 5.

“I was really, really young,” she said, noting that she didn’t recognize a lot of her past #MeToo moments (Alyssa Milano encouraged women to share their stories using that hashtag) as harassment until later in life. “I think what happens, especially when you’re victimized at a young age, is you don’t know it’s inappropriate. You have to get older to be like, ‘Oh, wait a minute — that was out of order.’”

Once she made it in the industry, she said she had to find her voice and put a certain actor in his place after his comments got out of hand.

“I was able to look another actor in the eye and say, ‘Knock it off,’” she revealed. “I was able to find my voice in the moment and say, ‘We’re not doing that today,’ and put them in their place.”

Good for her!

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By the way, check out Cicely and Tessa slaying their respective ELLE magazine covers below:

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All this #BlackExcellence.

 

Photos: Getty/ELLE

Coupledom Steez: Wiz & Izabela, Meagan Good & DeVon, Zoe Saldana & Marco, Derek Fisher & Gloria Govan, John & Chrissy

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It's cuffing season and the couples are out. Go inside for flicks of Wiz Khalifa& Izabela Guedes,Meagan Good& DeVon Franklin, Zoe Saldana& Marco Perego, Derek Fisher& Gloria Govan, John Legend & Chrissy Teigen inside...

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Cuffing season is in full effect. Well, these couples have been “cuffed” for a while now. Still, they’re out and about putting their love on front street while doing things that couples do.

Rapper Wiz Khalidfa and his model girlfriend Izabela Guedes love matching up their style. However, instead of wearing matching sneakers like they usually do, this time they hit the L.A. streets showing off their toned abs.

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Izabela showed off her mid-section in an Off-White copped top, while Wiz showed off his pecs in an Off-White checkered shirt as they made their way inside Catch restaurant.

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These two love coordinating their ‘fits.

Speaking of color coordinated couples....

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Look who is still going strong: Derek Fisher and Gloria Govan. The twosome stepped out to Delilah in West Hollywood for good eats and drinks. And, as you can see, they rocked black and white for their date night.

Derek recently got booted from "DWTS," so it looks like they've got more time to speand together now...

As for a happily married couple...

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Meagan Good and DeVon Franklin took a break from their joint Foxy Brown project for a fun night out. They also hit up Catch restaurant for some time together.

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Yes Meagan. Chauffeur your man girl.

As for the couples with babies...

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Zoe Saldana has also been a busy bee. She has been filming for the Avatar sequels. So, when she got some free time, she spent the day with her husband Marco Perego and their sons Cy, Bowie and Zen in Milan, Italy.

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Aww look at baby Zen! The couple (and their twins) secretly welcomed baby Zen about 8-months ago, at least that's when they made the announcement that they had a new bundle of joy.

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Gorgeous family.

Another fam on the move...

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John Legend and Chrissy Teigen took their baby girl Luna Stephens and her little Adidas sneakers out to lunch at the Hotel Bel-Air recently. Of course, nothing but the best for their bundle of joy.

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If you're a fan of Chrissy's on SnapChat, you get a front row seat to watch Luna grow up. It's fun watching her try new foods and dance around the house.

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Speaking of babies, there's a rumor that Chrissy is pregnant with baby #2. According to Life & Style magazine, Chrissy's mom, Vilailuck Teigen, spilled the tea during a taping of Chrissy's show "Lip Sync Battle."

The site reports:

“Chrissy’s mom was overheard saying, ‘My daughter is so emotional these days because she’s pregnant.’” Chrissy and John have been having marital issues lately, so she’s praying this baby “will keep her and John together,” says an insider. “It should give them a huge reason to make the marriage work."

Hmm....take it with a grain of salt as neither Chrissy nor John have confirmed this.

Photos: Splash/Backgrid/Pacific Coast News/Instar

Hip Hop Steps Up To Help Hurricane Victims With Epic TIDAL X Benefit Concert – See It All!

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Leave it to Hip Hop to help the hurricane victims in Puerto Rico with an EPIC concert, sponsored by TIDAL. Peep flicks of Jay Z, Beyonce, Chris Brown, Cardi B and tons more flexing their talents for charity inside….

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Since Jay Z took over TIDAL, the music streaming platform has hosted a benefit concert to help the less fortunate. Each year, it gets better and better. And this year was quite a show.

The proceeds from the 3rd annual star-studded benefit concert will be distributed amongst organizations aiding in relief and recovery for those affected by the unprecedented natural disasters, including: Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Irma, Hurricane Maria and the earthquakes that took place in Mexico.

For those who couldn’t attend the concert, they could watch it online. But, fans were asked to donate to watch the stream. Sweet! Everyone gets to contribute.

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Hov hit the stage and rocked out to some of his classics. And, of course, he had several of his celebrity fans to rock the stage for the benefit concert, including Chris Brown, Remy Ma& Fat Joe, Cardi B, Jennifer Lopez, DJ Khaled, T.I., Busta Rhymes, ASAP Ferg, Willow Smith, Justine Skye and Fifth Harmony:

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Hmm...are we feeling Breezy's new/throwback look?

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BX in the building! 

 

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Cardi did her thing in her bloody shoes an tailored all red look.  We can't even front.  Chick looks like money.

And so did JLo:

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HOT! The 48-year-old hasn't missed a beat since she stepped foot in the game.

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Y'all know Khaled had the crowd turned all the way up with Tip.

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Busta and ASAP Ferg was looking like twins onstage.

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Willow served up acoustic vibes during her performance.

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Meanwhile, Justine Skye and Fifth Harmony busted out energetic dance moves during their sets.

On the carpet....

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BADDIE ALERT! 

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Beyonce pulled up on the scene looking like a WHOLE snack in an emerald green Walter Mendez gown, Louboutin heels, Lorraine Schwartz jewels and a Alexander Wang x Judith Leiber money roll clutch.

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FIRE!

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Remy hit the carpet in a Jennifer Le fur coat and furry Fendi boots before hitting the stage with Joe.

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The "Bodak Yellow" rapper served up a more conservative look in a Victoria Hayes frock and her "bloody" Louboutin heels.

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When New York rap queens unite.

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DJ Khaled, Swizz Beatz and Mack Wilds represented for the men:

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Bey's girl duo Chloe x Halle both rocked Christian Siriano ensembles.

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Hmm...not our favorite look from Justine Skye, but she's still a baddie.

 

Peep a few clips from the concert, including the Carters jamming in the audience during Stevie Wonder's set below: 

 

#JayZ and #Beyonce jamming to #StevieWonder at last night's #Tidal benefit concert.

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#JLo x #FatJoe at last night's #Tidal benefit concert.

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NeNe Leakes’ Son Bryson Bryant ALLEGEDLY Partying With Drugs & Alcohol [PICS] + Lights Out For NeNe's ‘Fashion Police’

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NeNe Leakes’ week just got worse as pictures of her son Brice Bryant have surface where he’s allegedly partying it up with drugs and alcohol. See the flicks, plus get the deets on “Fashion Police” getting the axe inside…

Following news that she was dropped from the upcoming XSCAPE tourafter making a joke about rape, the reality star’s son Bryson “Brice” Bryant has found himself in a scandal.

Flicks of the troubled reality star’s son have surfaced where he’s allegedly partying with a few friends and it appears there are drugs in the midst.

A source tells RadarOnline the shocking details about their night out with Brice bar hopping in Atlanta and the “afterparty” festivities at his home in Gwinnett County. The source claims Brice was drinking, smoking and snorting cocaine.

“We went back to his place after the bars and we chilled for a couple hours,” the source revealed. “We drank and were taking shots, smoking marijuana, cigarettes—there was snorting of cocaine on his end. We were listening to music, and we drank a whole bottle of Hennessy.”

Flicks of a white substance on a glass plate and rolled up dollar bills in front of what appears to be Brice surfaced and here they are:

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“Brice would do a line and take small bumps every 20 minutes or so,” the source said. “The coke, it was already there; I don’t know who brought it. Before I went to the bathroom, the plate wasn’t there, and when I came back there was a plate of coke sitting at the table in the kitchen and then some coke in the sandwich bag—an 8-ball, about $150 worth.”

Sheesh!

Thankfully, his 5-year-old daughter, Bri’Asia, wasn't around, according to the source.

In the past, Brice has had a few run ins with the law. In 2015, he was arrested on alleged forgery charges over Taco Bell checks. Luckily for him he was not charged with forgery. In 2013, he was arrested on a DUI charge and ordered to probation and rehab. He skipped out on the mandatory DUI classes and ended up doing three months behind bars. Not only that, he violated probation by testing positive for cocaine.

Sighs…

Speaking of NeNe...

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The reality star would often guest co-host on E!’s “Fashion Police.” But, it's now been canceled for good. According to the network, the final episode will air November 27th wrapping up over two decades of breaking down Hollywood's fashion trends. NeNe will make an appearance and unseen fotage of the show’s late creator Joan Rivers will be shared.

US Weekly reports:

The show was created in 1995 by the late Joan Rivers. After her passing in 2014, Fashion Police was taken over by her daughter, Melissa, who was also an executive producer at the time.

“Thank you to E! for having the vision to see the potential of Fashion Police which changed both the entertainment and fashion industries,” Rivers, 49, said in a press release. “I am truly proud to be part of this legacy.”

She will be joined by her cohosts Giuliana Rancic, Brad Goreski, NeNe Leakes and Margaret Cho for Fashion Police: The Farewell to look back at the most memorable moments. Viewers will also get a look behind-the-scenes on the show, as well as see never-before-seen footage from the series, including some from an unaired ‘80s themed episode.

NeNe will always have the Housewives...

 

Photos: RadarOnline/Brice's IG

Draya’s Fiancé Orlando Scandrick Supports Her Mint Swim Fashion Show + The Weeknd & Bruno Mars’ Albums Go 2X Platinum

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Draya’s soon-to-be husband Orlando Scandrick showed his support for her Mint Swim collection fashion show. In music news, The Weeknd and Bruno Mars are celebrating their latest albums going platinum. Get it all inside…

Draya’s Mint Swim collection isn’t showing any signs of slowing up. We see why. The swimsuit designs are fire.

The designer hosted a fashion show to put her latest designs on display and her fiancé Orlando Scandrick was there to support. The Dallas Cowboys cornerback was on a Bye Week from football, so he had time to jet to the west coast to be there for his wife-to-be.

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The former “Basketball Wives” star and NFLer got engaged in June 2015. A month later, they called it off, but then they got back together. We’re just wondering…when will they actually trek it down the aisle?

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Peep a clip from Draya's show below:

 

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The Weeknd's latest musical offering puts him in the platinum club.

His latest album Starboy has gone 2X platinum, and according to his Instagram caption, he's the first artist to go multi-platinum in the last year. However, Bruno Mars' album has also gone 2X platinum.

According to VIBE:

Starboy reportedly surpassed the two million sold mark earlier this month. In addition to the new milestone, the album already has four platinum singles, including, “Starboy,” “I Feel It Coming,” “Party Monster,” and “Reminder.”

The Canadian singer shared his platinum plaques on his Instagram with lengthy caption about the album’s success. Read the caption above.

Congrats Weeknd!

Another artist going platinum...

 

Congrats @brunomars !!

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Bruno Mars' 24K album is doing BIG numbers. His 24K album is 2X platinum, his single "That's What I Like" is 6X platinum, his single "24K Magic" is 4X platinum, his single "Versace on the Floor" is platinum and he has raked in over 4 billion global streams.

 

Congrats!

 

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Gabrielle Union, Serayah & Jourdan Dunn Shine A1 Style At Michael Kors Event

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Gabrielle Union, Serayah and Jourdan Dunn schooled the kids on how to slay a side post at an event hosted by Michael Kors in NYC. Peep the flicks inside…

 

Fashion designer Michael Kors and VOGUE editor-in-chief Anna Wintour hosted the 11th Annual God’s Love We Deliver Golden Heart Awards in NYC and the YBF starlets stepped out to show off.

“Being Mary Jane” star Gabrielle Union, “Empire” actress Serayah, and supermodel Jourdan Dunn came out to support the event benefiting God’s Love We Deliver, the organization that delivers more than 6,000 meals each weekday. And the ladies had their side poses on lock:

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We love a good pantsuit, but this one isn't our fave.

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LOVE this black and blue ensemble on Serayah.

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This gold shimmery dress looks amazing on Jourdan we just wished she picked a different shoe.

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It's a model thing! Jasmine Tookes also rocked a shimmery gold ensemble.

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She linked up with her model friends Romee Strijd and Lais Ribeiro during the event.

Speaking of models...

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Joan Smalls made her way on the carpet to strike a pose.

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"Law & Order: SUV" actress Tamara Tunie was also in the mix.

 

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Sofia Richie & Scott Disick Are Grossly In Love In Italy + Juicy J & Pregnant Wife Do Date Night In L.A. + Shaq & Shaunie Working On Co-Parenting Book

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Sofia Richie and Scott Disick…ugh. They’re all wrapped up in love on BAEcay in Italy. Juicy J and his pregnant wife Regina Perera were spotted after a dinner date in L.A. Meanwhile, exes Shaq and Shaunie O’Neal are writing a co-parenting book. Everything inside…

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From “congratulations” celebration dinners to romantic BAEcations, 19-year-old Sofia Richie and 34-year-old Scott are really packing on the PDA now that they’re officially offical.

The couple has jetted to Venice, Italy to enjoy some alone time together exploring the city during their BAEcation. It’s possibly their first romantic trip together.

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It's obvious they are unbothered what anyone has to say about their relationship, even Sofia's dad Lionel Richie.

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A few weeks ago, Lionel Richie addressed his daughter's new relationship with the much-older reality star saying it "shocked" him and he's "scared to death."

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Yes, this is really a thing.

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We guess...

Speaking of couples...

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Three Six Mafia rapper Juicy J and his wife Regina Perea are expecting a baby girl soon. So, the couple stepped out and made their way to leave Koi Restaurant in Los Angeles to feed their growing baby bump.

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Back in August during an appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!,” Juicy confirmed his wife was pregnant and that they would be expecting a baby girl.  The couple, who got married last year, are about 5-months along.

Congrats to the couple.

In ex-coupledom news...

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Who says you can't still make money with your ex after the relationship is over?

Former NBA star Shaquille O'Neal and his ex-wife Shaunie O'Neal are teaming up to write a book about co-parenting.

"We're almost 8 years into divorce," she said. "It was a rough first few years. Your personal feelings get involved and at some point you just have to be like, you know, ’What’s the best thing for the kids?’ Period. Like, forget how you feel as a parent. We had to get though those kinks.”

Peep the clip below where she revealed the new on "The Real" recently:

They're currently at the beginning stages of the book. Chick stays working.

Photos: Backgrid/Pacific Coast News/Sofia's IG/Getty


Ezekiel Elliott Can Play Football…For Now + J.R. Smith ‘Hurt’ Cavs Started D. Wade + Dak Prescott Shoots Dannon Ad

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In sports news, Ezekiel Elliott’s suspension has been put on hold again, J.R. Smith speaks out about Dwyane Wade starting for the Cavaliers and Dak Prescott shoots Dannon commercial after they dropped Cam Newton. Deets inside…

The back and forth about whether Dallas Cowboys player Ezekiel Elliott will play or not is enough to make your head hurt. One minute, he’s suspended for six games and the next, his suspension has been delayed.

For the latest round, Zeke CAN play…at least for now. A judge granted him a temporary restraining order, which will allow him to play in the next two games with his team.

According to ESPN:

A federal judge granted a temporary restraining order blocking the league's suspension, clearing Elliott to play Sunday at San Francisco.

U.S. District Judge Paul Crotty's ruling comes five days after a federal appeals court overturned a Texas court's injunction that had kept Elliott on the field.

Crotty granted the request for a temporary restraining order pending a hearing before the presiding judge, Katherine Polk Failla, who is on vacation. He ordered the league to appear before Failla by Oct. 30 to argue why the suspension should not be blocked until courts in New York and Texas can rule on challenges the players' union brought against the suspension.

As you know, the NFL suspended Zeke for six games after conducting an investigation in physical assault allegations made by his then girlfriend Tiffany Thompson.

As of the time of this post, we'll see Zeke hit the gridiron against the San Francisco 49ers this Sunday and the Washington Redskins next Sunday.

In basketball news...

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This year brought about several trades and one of the most talked about trades was Dwyane Wade going to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

J.R. got to the Cavs in 2015. But, when D. Wade go there less than a month ago, JR felt some type of way since they both play the shooting guard position.

During the Road Trippin’ podcast, he put his heart on his sleeve, revealing he was hurt to find out D. Wade would be starting.

"Honestly, I was hurt, man," he said. "I was really emotionally drained at that point. I got wind of it that it was going to go down, but I didn't know. I was told he's going to be great for the second unit ... It would be a great fit for the team, whatever, whatever. I'm like, 'Awesome, let's do it. One hundred percent. Out of all people, another person we're going to just grab for damn-near nothing? For sure. Let's do it.'

"My first initial thought, it wasn't even to be selfish because that's not just who I am as a player and as a person," he continued. "I'm a one-track mind. It's what I've always been. That's just me. So when you tell me something, I look at it as gold. So when you tell me something else, literally a couple of days later, it's like, ah, now I got to change my mind frame from where I was at the last three years to flip it back to me being the sixth man -- a successful three years, an extremely successful three years, I mean, we've been to three straight Finals.”

Well, we can’t blame him for having concern.

Back to football...

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Yogurt company Dannon dropped Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton after what some would call sexist comments aimed at a female reporter during a media conference. So, after they dropped him, they picked up another black QB, Dallas Cowboys baller Dak Prescott.

Dak will now be featured in the commercial spot, according to reports. Cam still has a contract with the company, but it’s reported they’re pulling all ads featuring him.

Bleacher Report spilled the deets:

 

"Dannon has already scheduled Prescott to shoot his first TV commercial this week in Dallas, per a source. It continues to be a commercial breakout time for Prescott, who now has deals with Pepsi, Frito-Lay and Beats."

While Dannon kept Newton under contract, Senior Director of External Communications Michael Neuwirth said the company would no longer work with Newton and was beginning the process of pulling any advertisements that feature him, per Schefter.

After all of the backlash, Cam apologized for his controversial remarks, but folks are still mad.

EXTRAS:

1. NBA icon Michael Jordan isn’t a fan of a NBA super teams. STORY

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STRAPPED FOR FUNDS? Tamar & Vince Are Trying To Sell Their $15M Calabasas Mansion

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So, about that multi-million dollar mansion of Tamar Braxton's & Vince Herbert's....it's now up for sale.  Conveniently, it comes after Vince has been ordered to pay millions in a legal battle.  Deets inside....

Either they're over living in a home the size of a small city, or they want to free up some cash.  The Braxton-Herberts have put their Mediterranean Calabasas mansion on the market for a whopping $15 million.

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We've seen the gorgeous pad all over the latest seasons of "Tamar & Vince," and it's legit like a small palace.

The twosome copped the 13,716 square ft. 7 bedroom home that rests behind the gates of the Estates at The Oaks enclave back in 2013.  And if they make the sell at asking price, they stand to make about a $5M profit after purchasing it for $10M.

The extra cash will surely come in handy as Vince recently was in a legal battle with SONY, and he's been demanded to remit 3.7 million in a settlement to cover an advance he was accused of owing.

Also, they've been embroiled in several filings that say they have missed mortgage payments.  Variety reports:

"...public records show since then there have been several notices of default filed and subsequently cancelled against the two-acre spread that provides a total of seven bedrooms and nine full and two half bathrooms between the main house and poolside guesthouse."

In the meantime, the couple and their son Logan will continue to bask in their epic pool, theater, custom bar, beauty salon and more:

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By the way, season 5 of WE tv’s “Tamar & Vince” premieres Thursday, November 9th. Must be nice...

 

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Nicki Minaj Will Reportedly Be A Star Witness In Brother’s Rape Trial

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There are updates in the rape case against Nicki Minaj’s brother Jelani Maraj. And it’s being reported Nicki is the star witness in her brother’s defense. More inside…

The rape case against Nicki Minaj’s brother, Jelani Maraj, just got its star witness. And it just so happens to be his famous sister, Nicki Minaj.

According to PageSix, the “No Frauds” raptress will be the crux of the defense. Why? Well, they’re creating a narrative that Jehlani’s estranged wife, Jacqueline Robinson, is after Nicki’s money and concocted this whole rape story in hopes of receiving $25 million.

The site reports:

In opening statements in Nassau County, the brother’s lawyer said Thursday the whole case was an attempt to extort $25 million from the hugely successful “Anaconda” rapper.

The little girl’s mother, Jacqueline Robinson, “related to Nicki that, ‘I can make the charges go away for $25 million,’” said David Schwartz, lawyer for Minaj’s brother, Jelani Maraj.

Robinson and the brother had just married when Robinson’s then-11-year-old daughter told officials in graphic detail that her new stepfather was raping her as often as four times a week, prosecutors say.

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Assistant District Attorney Emma Slane told jurors in her opening statement that the girl’s 8-year-old brother was the one who spilled the beans about the alleged sexual abuse. It’s reported the boy said he was beaten by Jehlani after he walked in on him having sex with his sister.

It was previously reported cops found a pair of the little girl’s pajama pants with Jehlani’s DNA. Jehlani’s lawyer is arguing that the girl’s mom put the DNA on the pants herself to frame him.

“An evil Jackie targeted him,” the lawyer said, pointing to Maraj, “trying to get him to marry her, and then just four months after they were married, we have this.”

You’ll recall, the Young Money rapper posted Jehlani’s $100,000 bond after he was arrested in December. It’s unclear right now whether or not Nicki will take the stand in court. However, private investigator Les Levine said Nicki will be called on her brother’s behalf, but didn't reveal which day.

Thoughts?

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Hazel-E Apologizes For Anti-LGBT Comments, No Apology For Brown Skinned Black Women She Offended

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Hazel-E has been doing the most on social media lately. The reality star and her boyfriend Rose Burgandy lashed out on the LGBT community and Hazel even popped off on dark skinned black women. She apologized for her homophobic comments, yet she has not apologized for her rant against black women. Get it all inside…

“Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood” star Hazel-E is backtracking after unleashing homophobic comments on social media. The reality star and her rapper boyfriend Rose Burgandy were doing the most, declaring all gay people should “burn in hell.”

Apparently, Rose’s sexuality was questioned and that caused him to launch into an anti-LGBT tirade on his Instagram, citing what the Bible says and wishing all gays “burn in hell.” Hazel then joined in, saying,“Burn in hell just like God said in the Bible.”

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Here's the video of a man named Camyonce outing Rose Burgandy (aka Denzel) as a gay man: 

After the backlash, Hazel realized she f****up because now she’s backtracking. She spoke with TMZ where she apologized to her LGBT fans and even revealed she has a team of gay people that “glam” her up on a daily. She apologized for saying they’ll burn in hell, but she still played the religion card.

Peep her apology below:

As all this is going on, Hazel-E and Rose Burgandy were also involved in a social media beef with Instagram comedian Jess Hilarious. Well, she popped back at both of them. And her clapback is savage AF. Check it:

 

Meanwhile, "Love & Hip Hop" creator Mona Scott Young spoke out in response to Hazel's homophobic comments:

 

“People who spew hate, in truth hate themselves” #SpiritDay #ActionsSpeakLouderThanWords

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Oh, and it appears Hazel has lost her deal with Shoe Dazzle after the remarks:

 

Sheesh!

Not only did Hazel come at the LGBT community, she also went on a tirade against dark skinned black women who continue to "hate" on her:

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The delusion! Hating on you because you're light skin? Girl, BYE! She has yet to backtrack on this, but she tried to save face with this post: 

 

 

 

Have several seats.

Photos: Hazel's IG

Ashanti’s Bangin’ A** BAWDY Is All That’s Needed For That New Ciroc Ad, Celebrates Birthday In L.A. + Karrueche Flosses In A Sexy Swimsuit In Miami

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Ashanti is shutting down social media with her HOT BAWDY shots from the new Ciroc ad she’s featured in. The singer also recently celebrated her 37th birthday. Peep the flicks, plus shots of Karrueche flossing on the beach in Miami inside…

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Doing a major print job wth this pic so we can hang it all over our wall (and fridge) as motivation to get through these upcoming cold months.

Ashanti plays NO games when it comes to that gym life and it’s paying off for real for real. The songbird is featured in Diddy’s new French Vanilla Ciroc commercial (a new flavor dedicated to his artist French Montana) and chick looks like a whole bag of money.

She posted up a few behind-the-scenes shots on social media where she’s showing off her curves in an itty, bitty bikini. And the flicks are straight FIRE.

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Damn Ashanti! 

Check out a clip of the commercial below: 

 

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SlayedT (no typo).

Before she shut down social media with her bikini shots...

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The Braveheart singer celebrated her 37th birthday at 1Oak in L.A. recently. Yep, she's 37 out here looking not a day over 25.

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Of course, her momager Tina Douglas and her sister Shia Douglas came out to celebrate.

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Not only was she celebrating her birthday, she also released some new music.

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Shanti hopped on the mic to tease her new single "Say Less," featuring Ty Dolla Sign. Then, she performed a few of her classic hits, including "Foolish," "Rock Wit U," and "Always on Time." She also serenaded rapper Belly, who spit some bars during one of BET's Hip Hop Awards Cyphers.

Several of her celebrity friends came out to party, including Ty Dolla Sign, Tyrese, NBA champ Paul Pierce, rappers Warren G and OT Genesis.

Peep the birthday fun below:

Fun times.

On social media, she reflected on how this birthday has been different from the others and gushed over what she has in store for her fans. Check it below:

 

 

Happy belated Birthday Ashanti!

Another YBF flossing in a hot swimsuit...

 

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After attending Gucci Mane and Keyshia Ka'oir's "Mane Event," Karrueche stepped out for some fun in the sun.

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The "Claws" actress slipped into this super sexy MYRASWIM one piece paired with QUAY AUSTRALIA sunnies for a day out on the beach.

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OK, Kae. We see you.

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The assistant stylist-turned-actress ate pizza with her friends while lounging on the beach before making a splash in the ocean.

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Kae will return to television as the hit TNT show "Claws" has been renewed for a second season.  Werk Virginia!

Photos: Getty/Splash/Ashanti's IG

ICYMI: Even In His Death, Philando Castile Is Still Taking Care Of Minnesota Students

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Even in his death, Philando Castile is taking care of the kids he served everyday. Find out how is legacy is being honored inside…

Philando Castile, the man who’s fatal shooting by a police officer went viral after it was captured on Facebook live, is being honored in a major way. A memorial fund set up in his name has raised enough money to pay off school lunch debts at schools across St. Paul, MN for one year.

Metropolitan State University psychology professor named Pam Fergus was inspired to start The Philando Feeds The Children Fund after hearing stories about how the former cafeteria supervisor would help pay for students’ lunches with his own money. The students affectionately called him “Mr. Phil” and he also maintained great relationships with the staff.

According to NBC News, the fund raised more than $75,000 after originally setting the goal at just $5,000.

"This fund really speaks to exactly who Philando Castile was as a passionate school nutrition leader," Stacy Koppen, director of the district's nutrition services told NBC News.

On average, school meals cost $400 a year for one student’s lunch according to Koppen. She shared that families in the St. Paul Public School system who fall outside the qualification level for free and reduced lunch “most definitely” need the kind of intervention support this fund provides.

“We as a community have to work together in order for things to work,” Phildano’s mother Valerie told WCCO. “This would’ve meant everything to him.”

This is AH-MAZING.

As you know, Philando was gunned down in his car by police officer Jeronimo Yanez while his girlfriend Diamond Reynolds and her daughter looked on in horror. It sparked national outrage about police brutality and is one of the reasons why people like Colin Kaepernick are risking their livelihoods to raise awareness.

Philando's family reached a$3 million settlement with the city of St. Anthony after Yanez was acquitted.

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Rihanna Takes Street Style To A New Level + Amber Rose & Bash Jet Set + Keyshia Cole Has NYC Listening Party + Kim Porter Dines With Friends

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Find out what Rihanna, Amber Rose & Bash, Keyshia Cole and Kim Porter have been up to inside…

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Rihanna keeps a fresh look in her arsenal of fashion possibilities.

The “Work” singer was spotted making her way inside Milk Studios in NYC in a head turning look. It definitely plays up on her 90s vibe that she has been rocking late.

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The fashionista rocked a look fresh off the runway from LUAR FISH’s SS18 collection. The oversized off-the-shoulder blazer dress swallowed her frame, yet she still made it work.

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The Bajan beauty finished her street style with a Vetements "Genetically Modified" hat, a funky pair of Off-White x Jimmy Choo heels, a Delvaux handbag. And then, she put that Alexander Wang x Judith Leiber money bag inside of it. (That’s the same money bag Beyonce wore for the TIDAL benefit concert earlier this week).

RiRi makes anything look good.

Also in the Big Apple...

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Before her new album hit stores today, singer Keyshia Cole hosted a listening party at Premiere Recording Studios in NYC.

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The Grammy Award nominated singer released her seventh studio album 11:11 Reset today. It's her first musical offering since signing with Epic Records.

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Earlier this week, Keyshia appeared on the “Wendy Williams Show” to perform her new single “Incapable.” After her performance, she chopped it up with Wendy and explained she decided to appear on “Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood” to promote her new music.

We wonder if she’ll return for next season.

Peep her appearance below:

Below is the 11:11 Reset tracklisting:

“Cole World” (Intro) feat. DJ Khaled

“Unbothered”

“You” feat. Remy Ma & French Montana

“Incapable”

“Best Friend”

“Vault”

“Act Right” feat. Young Thug

“Right Time”

“Emotional”

“Ride” feat. Kamaiyah

“Cole World” (Outro) feat. Too $hort

A YBFer on mommy duty....

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Tomorrow is Amber Rose’s birthday, so she’s heading out to her birthday destination with her baby boy Sebastian “Bash” Thomaz.

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The mother-son duo was spotted making their way through LAX to board a plane. We’re not sure where they are headed, but we’re sure they’ll be meet up with Amber’s boyfriend 21 Savage for the birthday festivities.

Also on the west coast...

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Diddy’s ex Kim Porter had stepped out on the town for a night of fun.

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The mom-of-four kept it casual and linked up with a few of her friends to hit up celeb hotspot Catch restaurant.  There's nothing like good eats and laughs with the homies.

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Erica Ash Set To Take Over BET With New Legal Drama + Taraji P. Henson & Will Smith Drop Fire Movie Trailers + Joseline Hernadez Talks Co-Parenting With Stevie J

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In TV news, Erica Ash is gearing up to take over television with her own legal drama. In movie news, Taraji P. Henson and Will Smith are featured in their respective movie trailers. Meanwhile, Joseline Hernandez opens up about her co-parenting relationship with Stevie J. Get it all inside…

Erica Ash will be taking the BET scripted TV crown now that “Being Mary Jane” will be coming to an end.

The “Survivor’s Remorse” star has nabbed her own lead in BET’s upcoming legal drama “In Contempt.” And we’ll get 10 episodes for the first season.

The Hollywood Reporter has the deets on the new series:

The procedural is in the fast-paced world of a legal aid office in New York City and follows Gwen Sullivan (Ash), an opinionated attorney whose passion for her job and clients make her arguably the most talented public defender in her district.

The cast also includes Megan Hutchings (Reign) as Tracy Campbell, a public defender and Gwen’s friend and roommate; Christian Keyes (BET's Let's Stay Together) as Charlie Riggs, an attorney with an ego who is Gwen's boss and friend with benefits; Mouna Traoré (BET's Book of Negroes) as Vanessa Winters, a rookie attorney learning what it means to be woke; Tobias Truvillion (Empire, The Blacklist) as Bennett Sherman, Gwen’s longtime secret crush and former law professor; Richard Lawson (Poltergeist, Grey's Anatomy, Real Husbands of Hollywood) as Earl Sullivan, Gwen’s father; Ronnie Rowe Jr. as Gwen's professional nemesis; and Daniel Kash as Gwen's boss.

The drama, which is in production in Canada, was created by Terri Kopp (Law & Order, Third Watch, BET's Rebel), who serves as showrunner. Blue Ice Pictures president Lance Samuels and Daniel Iron (BET's The Book of Negroes) executive produce for the company. BET will wholly own the project.

Sounds interesting.

 

 

Congrats Erica!

In movie news...

Taraji P. Henson and Tyler Perry are teaming up for the third time for another blockbuster.

This time, the “Empire” star will flex her acting chops in the upcoming drama Acrimony. Taraji will play a wife who grows tired of her husband (Lyriq Bent) and his devious ways. It looks intense as Taraji has us all sucked in with her impeccable acting abilities.

“Don’t tell me I don’t have the right to be angry. You don’t know what he did to me,” she said in the trailer.

The cast also includes Tika Sumpter, Danielle Nicolet, and Ajiona Alexus (who plays a younger version of Taraji’s character and on “Empire”). It’s directed by Tyler Perry Studios.

Peep the trailer above. Acrimony hits theaters March 30, 2018.

For another new movie...

Get ready for some action!

Will Smith goes back to his crime fighting roots in an upcoming Men In Black-esque film.

The Hollywood veteran gets suited in a police uniform to fight crime in David Ayer’s fantasy thriller Bright. The film follows follows a world where magical creatures live side by side with humans and the police have a division that handles crimes involving magic. Will’s character is forced to work with Orc (Joel Edgerton) to find something that unsavory elements are prepared to kill for – a powerful wand.

Peep the newest extended trailer above.

In reality TV news...

 

 

"Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta" star Joseline Hernandez is speaking out about her co-parenting relationship with her daughter's father (or as she likes to call him, baby daddy) Stevie J. Surprisingly, they seem to be doing well with co-parenting little Bonnie Bella. But, we all know how quickly that can change. However, it's nice to see they're doing good right now for her sake. Swipe left to peep the clips above.

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2017 HBCU Homecoming Weekend Is HELLA LIT! LaLa Anthony, Rick Ross, Jada Pinkett Smith + Grads Take Over The Yard & More

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It’s that time of year again! HBCU’s are turning up for homecoming and we’ve rounded up pics and videos of all the fun. More inside…

 

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2017 Homecoming Weekend is HELLA LIT! The HBCUs are turning ALL the way to celebrate this weekend. It’s one of the bigger Homecoming weekends as several HBCUs are celebrating - Howard University, Hampton University, Spelman & Morehouse College (SpelHouse), Clark Atlanta University, Tuskegee University and Fayetteville State University.

Yesterday, Howard University was on FIRE as they celebrated their annual Yardfest with Grand Marshall LaLa Anthony. The “Power” star snapped it up above with Harvard & HU graduate/plastic surgeon Dr. Charles Boyd during the festivities. 

Everyone was out on the yard for the celebration, even the police joined in to Swag & Surf while Doug E. Fresh was on stage.

Peep the clip below:

 

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Also hitting the stage...

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Rick Ross was Gucci'd down to the socks for his Yardfest performance with Wale and Fat Trel.

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Peep their performance below: 

 

There was even a marriage proposal that went down during Howard's Homecoming:

 

 

Sweet! Congrats to the couple.

Meanwhile...

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Jada Pinkett Smith was honored at the HBCU Power Awards held at MLK Chapel on the campus of Morehouse College. The Hollywood veteran kept it chic in an all white ensemble with gold sandals.

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Fetty Wap's soon-to-be child's motherAlexis Skyy was also in the mix showing off her growing baby bump.

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She's likely secured her a spot on the next season of "Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood.

Now...here's where all the fun is.

 

When the #Ques show out at #Morehouse homecoming... #TerrenceJ #FredWhit

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TV personality/actor Terrence J and his homie Fred Whitner had to show out for the Ques at the Morehouse (SpelHouse) Homecoming. Peep the clip above.

 

 

Nothing like watching the Ques step on the Yard at #howardhomecoming.

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Fashion queen Kahlana Barfield repped for DST at Howard Homecoming, and hotties Lance Gross and track star (and Howard's new track coach) David Oliver pulled up too with their homie Rachel:

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DJ Envy had his alma mater Hampton University turnt:

 

@_hamptonu Homecoming was crazy last night!! “The Real HU”

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Hampton Homecoming.... “The Real H.U.” My Home By The Sea.. @gia_casey #TheCaseyCrew

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The Sigmas were also holding it down on the yard at Morehouse Homecoming.

 

 

This soon-to-be mom had to come back and show out one time with the baby bump. She's 9-months pregnant and still killing it. Peep the clip above.

 

The Alumni are back like they never left, and the house is rocking!# #houseoffunk

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Kill it then.

 

Wait for it..... - Homecoming @tuskegeeuniversity the "Skegee way" #hbcu #tuskegeeuniversity #homecoming #hbcuhub

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This is how they were turning up at Tuskegee University.

 

21 Savage hit the stage to perform at Clark Atlanta University. Hmm...maybe this is where Amber Rose and Bash were jetting to the other day ahead of her birthday. 

Also...

Because the dance teams are arguably one of the best parts of homecoming games, the ladies at HBCUs are setting ish off with Procter & Gamble.  The Tampax and Always Radiant Collection and HBCU Dance Corporation, Inc. have teamed up to host #RadiantDanceOff, a national, online dance competition sponsored by HBCU Dance exclusively for majorette teams at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU).

It was created to give majorettes the chance to show off their moves and demonstrate how confidence is the key to feeling radiant any day of the month.

The winning majorette team will receive new costumes designed by Brea Stinson, a Clark Atlanta University alumna and highly sought-after celebrity costume and fashion designer. The school of the winning team will also receive $25,000 to benefit the dance team.

Loves it!

 

 

Photos: ATLpics.net/Rick Ross’ IG/ @boydbeauty

YBF SPORTS: Jemele Hill Returns To ESPN Saying She DESERVED Suspension + Lonzo Ball Silences The Haters, Drops New Track + DeMarcus Cousins Addresses $25K 'F*** You' Fine

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In today’s sports round up, Jemele Hill is returning to ESPN, Lonzo Ball proves why he was the No. 2 draft pick, and DeMarcus Cousins explains why he yelled “f*ck you” to a female fan. Get it all inside…

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She’s back!

ESPN suspended Jemele Hill after she made comments about No. 45, dubbing him a racist and a white supremacist in a series of tweets. But, she’s coming back.

TMZ photogs caught up with the “SC6” co-host at the airport where she opened up about her suspension, saying she deserved it for putting the network in a “bad spot.” Hmmm...

She said she violated ESPN’s policy, so she had to suffer the consequences.

“So, here’s how this works: It doesn’t really matter what I think. It matters to people, but here’s the reality: ESPN acted what they felt was right, and, you know, I don’t have any argument or quibble with that," she said. "I would tell people, absolutely, after my Donald Trump tweets, I deserved that suspension. I deserved it. Like, absolutely. I violated the policy; I deserved that suspension.”

However, she will NOT take back what she said about Donald Trump.

“The only thing I’ll ever apologize for is, I put ESPN in a bad spot. I’ll never take back what I said. I put them in a bad spot, that’s the truth of it. I regret the position I put them in. I regret, a lot of the people I work with, the position we put our show in. I’ll never take back what I said.”

Check it:

Well, good. The outspoken sports anchor will reunite with her co-host Michael Smith on Monday (October 23rd). Welcome back Jemele!

In basketball news...

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There were HIGH expectations for No. 2 draft pick Lonzo Ball, especially with all the antics his father Lavar Ball was involved in. He only put up three points in the LA Lakers’ opening game against the LA Clippers and the Lakers took an L. SMH.

But, he has redeemed himself.

During the game against the Phoenix Suns on Friday night, the Lakers rookie had a hell of a game. The point guard put up 29 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists, helping the Lakers beat the Suns, 132-130.

Not only that, Lonzo made history, surpassing Patrick Beverly's career high of 26 points in just his 2nd game.  He was just one assist shy of becoming the youngest player in NBA history to post a triple-double.

So what does he do to celebrate? Drop a new song! Yeah, apparently he raps too. He dropped his new track "Super Saiyan," which is a reference to Japanese anime franchise Dragon Ball.

Take a listen to a snippet below:

 

The song is available to download on iTunes, Apple Music, Tidal and Spotify.

Oh, and before Lonzo passed Patrick Beverly's record, his pops had to do some trash talking after his son's lackluster first game.

The helicopter dad told ESPN:

"Yeah, you shut the m-----f----- down. And your check still ain't going to go no higher than what it is. Yeah, you shut him down. OK ... Who is Patrick Beverley? He played all last year and nobody said nothing about him. Now we are looking at your first game. Why? Because Lonzo's name is attached to it." "So you got to be [all hard]," he added. "Let's see what you do the next five games, if you are going to be pumped up towards everybody like that and go back to your 0-for-5 shooting and your two or three rebounds. Nobody is going to care about you. But you put my son's name in it and you put my name in it, now you got some action and you got some people talking."

THIS guy...

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New Orleans Pelicans forward DeMarcus Cousins has been fined $25,000 for directing inappropriate language towards a fan, according to Kiki VanDeWeghe, Executive Vice President, Basketball Operations.

Now, he’s speaking out about it.

It was 50 seconds left in the fourth quarter of the Pelicans’ 103-91 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday (October 18th) when DeMarcus yelled “f*ck you b*tch” to a female fan in the stands.

Sheesh.

DeMarcus claims the woman had been dropping the F-bomb throughout the game, but the referee never checked her. So, he checked her himself.

After the game, he explained, "She dropped a couple 'F' bombs and flipped me off and I don't think that was right. That's pretty bogus. He (the referee) sat there and heard her speaking to me in a nasty way. I shouldn't have responded to it, but I'm a human being and I'm also a grown man and I'm not going to let another person just disrespect me. I feel like he (the referee) should have handled it, but he decided not to but he handled my end of it."

Well, there you have it.

This was DeMarcus’ first technical foul of the season after receiving 18 last year. The technical foul has since been rescinded.

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‘Young & The Restless’ Star Kristoff St. John Hospitalized After Alleged Suicide Threats

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In very sad news, “Young & The Restless” star Kristoff St. John allegedly tried to shoot himself. Find out the unfortunate details inside…

This is completely unfortunate

“Young & The Restless” star Kistoff St. John has been reportedly hospitalized with a psychiatric evaluation after he apparently threatened to kill himself with a gun.

According to TMZ, Kristoff’s ex-wife Mia St. Johncalled police Thursday evening (October 19th) after she said she received pictures of Kristoff holding a gun to his head. Law enforcement arrived at his home and confiscated 2 guns. He was placed under a 72-hour hold for mental evaluation.

The 3-year anniversary of his son Julian’s suicide is approaching (November 23, 2014) and sources around the star say it made him extremely upset as date time grew nearer.

Kristoff and Mia filed a wrongful death lawsuit against La Casa Psychiatric Health Facility in Long Beach, CA after his son Julian St. John (who suffered from schizophrenia for years) committed suicide. He was 24.

A few weeks ago, the long time soap opera star posted this on his Instagram:

 

#life #brief #makeitcount

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They eventually settled with the parent company of the Long Beach mental health hospital in July 2017. All of the money they received from the settlement has been used to set up the "El Saber es Poder" ("Knowledge is Power") Foundation to battle mental illness following Julian's death.

Here's a clip of Kristoff and Mia talking about their son's death below:

 

 

 

 

Heartbreaking.

We're keeping Kristoff and his family in our prayers.

 

 

 

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Gucci Mane & Keyshia Ka’oir’s Families SPEAK OUT About Not Getting Invited To The ‘Mane Event’ + Keyshia Addresses Rumors About Kids Left In Jamaica

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Some of Gucci Mane and Keyshia Ka’oir’s family members watched them trek down the aisle like the rest us. And now, they’re speaking out about the non-invite to the “Mane Event.” Find out what they said, plus hear what Keyshia has to say about leaving three kids behind in Jamaica inside…

 

Gucci Mane and his now wife Keyshia Ka’oir went ALL out for their all white fairytale wedding at the Four Seasons Miami. It cost a cool $1.7 million, it was televised on BET, and there were several celebrities in the mix to celebrate the Wopsters’ special union.

However, several family members from both sides were missing and they claim they didn’t even get an invite to the special occasion. Apparently, the Trap God didn’t send any invites to his mother, Vicky, or his younger brother, Nate.

Nate tells TMZ he’s not sure why he and his mother were left off the guest list. Damn. If this is true, it is kind of foul not to invite his own mother.

The site reports:

Nate, who's gotten shout-outs from Guwop on tracks like "Rude," says he's happy for his big brother but sad no fancy invitation was sent his way. Adding insult to injury -- another brother, Duke, was Gucci's best man.

Damn. We wonder if this is true.

Gucci's family aren't the only ones upset about not being invited. Keyshia's "sister" Tanya went on Instagram to congratulate Keyshia and also question why she wasn't invited to the Miami ceremony:

 

Following the wedding, folks start questioning about the absence of Keyshia's alleged three children. Rumor has it she left three children behind in Jamaica when she came to the U.S. to better her life. Mrs. Guwop hopped on Twitter to address the rumors, claiming she doesn't even have a sister and that she did not leave three kids in Jamaica.

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She didn't deny she didn't have three kids though. So we wonder why they weren't at the wedding...or were they?

In case you missed, here are flicks from the lavish $1M+ wedding ceremony.  BET picked up the check:

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Can't lie, the wedding pictures look amazing. And that cake was super extra.  So extra that it cost $75,000.

The Wopsters received some very expensive wedding gifts as well. CEO Of Quality Control Music Pierre “Pee” Thomas reportedly gifted Gucci and Keyshia two 28-carat diamond necklaces, and each has an additional 15-carat diamond pendant attached. It cost a cool $120,000. Sheesh!

The “I Get The Bag” rapper received the heart pendant and his new wife received the key pendant. The gifts were held inside a case that played Gucci’s song “Curve.” How nice.

Also, plenty of celebs were in attendance.  From her bridesmaid Trina to the homie Diddy.  Click through the gallery below.

Photos: Gucci's IG/Keyshia's IG

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