November 2017

Checked Inn” Press Luncheon in Atlanta

 

OWN Networks hosted a private luncheon for the highly anticipated docu-series, “Checked Inn” at the historical Wimbush House located in the heart of midtown Atlanta. The quaint ballroom welcomed guest to the aroma of the delectable buffet spread serviced by celebrity Chef Shawn also featured as the lead chef on the upcoming show. While enjoying lunch guests interacted with Checked Inn’s stars Monique Greenwood and Chef Shawn which later led to a brief yet transparent discussion about the show and her journey to success. The audience was captivated by her courage to leave Essence Magazine as Editor -in -Chief to pursue her dream of becoming the owner and chief operator of her own chain of bed and breakfast.

Check out my interview with Monique

 

“Checheked Inn” premieres Tuesday, November 21st at 10:00pm on OWN.

BET PRESENTS: 2017 SOUL TRAIN AWARDS (PHOTOS)

Photo Credit : KINGSMEN MEDIA

BET PRESENTS: 2017 SOUL TRAIN AWARDS took place on Sunday, November 5,

at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas. The godmother of soul, Erykah Badu, returned to the stage as host and producer, with her eccentric sense of humor and legendary style. The annual event honoring the best in soul and R&B featured powerful performances by Toni Braxton, SWV, Method Man, Tamar Braxton, Keyshia Cole, Kirk Franklin, Jessie J, 112, Tank, Daniel Caeser, DVSN, Le’Andria Johnson, Demetria McKinney, Ledisi, Luke James, MAJOR., Ro James and U-God.

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‘Being Mary Jane Cancelled’, Gabrielle Blames 50 Cent

Being Mary Jane will not be returning  to BET.  Gabrielle Union appeared on Complex’s Hot Ones and blamed the shows ending on 50Cent!

“For everyone who’s just really upset that BMJ is coming to a close, please send all your correspondence to 50, Curtis Jackson, who has taken sole responsibility for the loss of jobs and your show,” she said. “So don’t @ me, @ 50.”

 

50 responded to Union’s comments: “Listen I told you things were gonna change Gabrielle, no disrespect with all respect, I have no respect.” He ended the post by saying “‘ll see you around in my @michaelblackson voice.LOL”