EVE says Nicki Minaj’s Magazine Cover is not a Good Look
Sylvester I worked with Nicki, I got to know her on ‘Barbershop’… she’s a nice person, she’s an amazing rapper, and Read More
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.
Colin Kaepernick Named GQ’s ‘Citizen of the Year’
The magazine named the former 49ers quarterback its “Citizen of the Year” for starting the protest that became a movement in the NFL. Read More
Rapper Future and Reebok Team Up to Release New Shoe
Reebok and Future have teamed up to bring about “Furykaze Future.” The shoe is a mash-up of two of the brand’s popular silhouettes, the Reebok Insta Pump Read More
Gucci Mane Signs $10 Million Extension with Atlantic Records
“Thank You @AtlanticRecords or the 10 million dollar extension Read More
Oprah Winfrey, Ava DuVernay & More at “Queen Sugar” Red Carpet Finale Event
Hosted by Oprah Winfrey, an executive producer on the popular drama, the after-show special Read More
BET PRESENTS: 2017 SOUL TRAIN AWARDS (PHOTOS)
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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.
Larenz Tate and Erica Ash To Host Bounce Trumpet Awards
Larenz Tate and Erica Ash will host Read More
The Bobby Brown Story Is Coming To BET
BET Network is in early production of the Bobby Brown Story! The Brown Story will pick up where New Edition biopic left off and tell the story of the Read More
Meek Mill Sentenced to 4 yrs in Prison
A Philadelphia judge ruled that Meek Mill recently violated his probation after being arrested in March Read More
Jay-Z’s 4:44 Tour is Slated To Be His Highest Grossing Ever
Compared to Hov’s 2013 Magna Carta Tour, sales are actually up 21 percent. The reason people have been Read More
Tyrese Says Will and Jada Gave Him $5 Million To Stay Off Social Media And…..
It sounds like Will and Jada Pinkett-Smith were a couple of those who not only Read More
‘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”
Jay Z Responds to Racist Comments from Texans Owner
Jay-Z made a stop in Las Vegas along his 4:44 Tour on Saturday, October 28, and he responded to team owner Bob McNair’s Read More
Cardi B is Engaged
The Migos rapper proposed to his girlfriend Cardi B during a concert Read More
Texans Owner Bob McNair on Protests: ‘We Can’t Have Inmates Running the Prison’
Speaking at a meeting between owners, team executives and commissioner Roger Goodell, Houston Texans owner Bob McNair reportedly said “we can’t have the Read More
OWN’S NEW DOCU-SERIES “CHECKED INN”
OWN’s new docu-series “Checked Inn,” featuring entrepreneur Monique Greenwood and the couples who visit her family-run, upscale bed and breakfast, will have its network premiere on Tuesday, Read More
TAMAR BRAXTON FILES FOR DIVORCE
Tamar’s rep tells TMZ the singer made an “extremely difficult decision” in filing for divorce. The rep adds, Read More
CAM’RON’S REEBOK LIFE: “THE FLEE 3’’ Coming Black Friday
Killa Cam went to Instagram Tuesday (October 24) to announce his upcoming Flee 3 sneakers release date. Check out his Flee 2’s.
Colin Kaepernick has reportedly agreed to a book deal worth $1 million
Colin Kaepernick has agreed to a book deal with Random House imprint One World worth just over $1 million, according to The New York Post’s Ian Mohr.
According to The Post, One World is headed by literary editor Chris Jackson, and has published work from Ta-Nehisi Coates and Jay Z.
Kardashians Sign New $150M Contract with E!
E! network has signed a new deal with the Kardashians. The deal is worth $30M per season, for a total of $150M over five seasons.
Lil Wayne Reportedly Wants Young Money Records Dissolved
The documents asked the court to “appoint a receiver to supervise the operations of the Young Money Label joint venture or order the termination of Young Money Label joint venture and appoint a liquidator.”
Birdman has reportedly responded to the documents Weezy filed, allegedly stating that Lil Wayne has no right to shutter the label while he is currently under contract with Cash Money. Along with suing Birdman and Cash Money for millions, Wayne also sued the label for full ownership of Drake and Nicki Minaj, as he brought both of them to the label in the first place.
THE HBCU POWER AWARDS CELEBRATED BLACK EXCELLENCE AND ACHIEVEMENT DURING INAUGURAL SHOW AT MOREHOUSE COLLEGE
On Friday, as numerous colleges kicked off their Homecoming festivities, black excellence was front and center at the inaugural HBCU Power Awards presented by Morehouse College. Read More
‘Tyler Perry’s Boo 2! A Madea Halloween’ tops box office with $21.7 million
Perry’s comedy sequel “Boo 2! A Madea Halloween” scared up a healthy $21.7 million in its first weekend in theaters. Made for a reported $25 million, Perry’s film drew a mostly older and female audience, who gave it an A- CinemaScore. “Boo 2!” did a little less business than the first film, which opened to $28.5 million just last year.
The Mane Event (Photos)
The Wopsters are officially a union. The couple’s lavish $1.7 million wedding, which aired live on BET (Oct. 17), was held in Miami at the Four Seasons Hotel. The special day was filled with friends, family and, of course, diamonds. Big names including Diddy, Rick Ross, 2 Chainz, Lil Yachty, Ralo, Monica, Big Sean, Jhené Aiko and many more showed up to support the bride and groom.
Read More: Gucci Mane and Keyshia Ka’oir Get Married on ‘The Mane Event’ – XXL | http://www.xxlmag.com/news/2017/10/gucci-mane-keyshia-kaoir-wedding-the-mane-event/?trackback=tsmclip
NATURI NAUGHTON HOSTS “BET HER FIGHTS: BREAST CANCER”
NATURI NAUGHTON HOSTS “BET HER FIGHTS: BREAST CANCER” CONCERT SPECIAL PREMIERING SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2017 AT 7PM ET/PT ON BET HER AND 10PM ET/PT ON BET
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CONCERT SPECIAL FEATURES UPLIFTING PERFORMANCES FROM KEYSHIA COLE, SEVYN STREETER, ALICE SMITH, AND ICONIC GROUP XSCAPE
PERSONAL STORIES OF STRENGTH AND SURVIVAL FROM LALA ANTHONY, VANESSA BELL CALLOWAY, VIVIAN GREEN, RICHARD ROUNDTREE AND MORE
HONOREES INCLUDE BREAST CANCER ACTIVIST KAREN EUBANKS JACKSON OF SISTERS NETWORK INC., AND BREAST CANCER WARRIOR ERICKA HART
#BETherFights
Birdman Removing Tattoos And Diamond Grill
On Tuesday, the Cash Money CEO showed us a different look Read More
Accuser in Nelly RAPE Case says She Will NOT Testify
The woman who accused Nelly of rape Read More
112 Celebrates 20-year Anniversary with New Album and Festival
Twenty years ago, Diddy introduced a hot new R&B act with the vocal ability to dominate rhythm and blues while simultaneously complimenting hip hop. Read More
Jada Pinkett Smith To Be Honored at HBCU Power Awards
The HBCU Power Awards has announced that actress, singer-songwriter, director and philanthropist Jada Pinkett Smith will receive the “Icon Award” at this evening of excellence on Friday, October 20, 7PM at Morehouse College (Martin Luther King Jr Chapel – 830 Westview Dr SW, Atlanta GA 30314).
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BET HIP HOP AWARDS 2017 GREEN CARPET PHOTOS
The BET HIP HOP AWARDS 2017 GREEN CARPET was held Friday Oct. 6 at the Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater. Multi-platinum artist, mega-producer and ‘Anthem King’ DJ Khaled alongside Grammy Award winning rapper and songwriter Kendrick Lamar and newcomer Cardi B lead the BET “Hip Hop Awards” 2017 with 9 impressive nominations each.
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Nelly Arrested for Alleged Rape
Nelly was arrested for rape on Saturday. Police took the rapper into custody hours after the alleged crime took place in Washington.
Trump Offered 50Cent $500k for a Campaign Appearance
During a recent interview with Ebro in the Morning on Hot97, Fif and the morning show crew discussed the marketing ploys Read More
D. Wade Signs One Year Deal with Cavs
Dwayne Wade agreed to a short 1-year deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers for only $2.3 million.
Lil Yachty Makes Good on Promise to Buy his Mom a House
Lil Yahty made good on a promise to buy his mom a house. Check out her response below: Read More
Xscape Reality Show Trailer
Bravo has just given us our first glimpse of Xscape‘s upcoming reality show. Its going to be a must-watch.
Xscape: Still Kickin’ Read More
Jay-Z turns down invitation to perform at Super Bowl
Jay-Z has turned down an invitation to perform at halftime of Super Read More
Jamie Foxx To Play “Iron Mike” Tyson in New Movie
Foxx is set to do another biopic, this time he will be playing the ever-polarizing youngest world heavyweight boxing champion in history, Mike Tyson. Just Read More
What Are Your Thoughts on Gucci Mane’s New Shoe With Reebok
The “Reebok Guwops” are white and silver and sports Gucci’s signature ice cream motif. The shoe will be available on October 17, the same day Gucci will drop his upcoming album, Mr. Davis.
Are you copping a pair?
Source: VladTv
DJ KHALED, KENDRICK LAMAR AND CARDI B LEAD THE BET “HIP HOP AWARDS” 2017 WITH 9 NOMINATIONS EACH
9 NODS FOR DJ KHALED INCLUDE ‘ALBUM OF THE YEAR,’ ‘DJ OF THE YEAR,’ ‘BEST HIP-HOP VIDEO,’ ‘BEST COLLABO, DUO OR GROUP,’ ‘PRODUCER OF THE YEAR,’ ‘HUSTLER OF THE YEAR,’ ‘MVP OF THE YEAR’ AND 2 FOR ‘SINGLE OF THE YEAR’
KENDRICK LAMAR Read More
Chance The Rapper Sued For Copyright Infringement
The lawsuit stems from a jazz musician named Abdul Wali Muhammad who says the rapper used a “significant portion” Read More
TV ONE’s NEW FILM “DOWNSIZED,” STARRING BORIS KODJOE AND NICOLE ARI PARKER
TV ONE TACKLES MARRIAGE, FAMILY AND DIVORCE IN NEW FILM “DOWNSIZED,” STARRING BORIS KODJOE AND NICOLE ARI PARKER, PREMIERING SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 AT 9 P.M.
Common Wins EMMY for for Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics
Common took home the Emmy Award for Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics at the Creative Arts Emmys. Common earned the award for his song, “Letter to the Free,” off the score of the documentary film, 13th.
Check out the list of Celebs teaming up with Beyoncé and Drake to headline “Hand in Hand: A Benefit for Hurricane Relief
“Hand in Hand: A Benefit for Hurricane Relief,” which is set to broadcast live and commercial-free on Sept. 12 on multiple networks, including ABC, CBS, FOX, HBO, and Bravo, and live-stream via Facebook, YouTube and Twitter, Read More
TV ONE’S SERIES PREMIERE OF ..”THOU SHALT NOT”
TV One’s True Crime Monday programming block gets a refresh just in time for fall with the season seven premiere of Fatal Attraction and the series premiere of Thou Shalt Not on September 11 at 9 p.m. ET and 10 p.m. ET, respectively. Read More
Judge Grants Early Termination for Gucci Mane’s Probation
Judge Steve C. Jones signed off on the paperwork on August 23, and Gucci will officially be a free man on September 19.
Lil Wayne Found Unconscious in Hotel
Lil Wayne is in the hospital once again for seizures due to epilepsy. Wayne was found unconscious in his Chicago hotel room and quickly rushed to Northwestern Memorial hospital.
2017 BMI Hip Hop Awards:Red Carpet Photos
Broadcast Music, Inc.® (BMI®), the global leader in music rights management honored legendary songstress Patti LaBelle with the BMI Icon at the 2017 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards. LaBelle received this honor in recognition of her extraordinary career achievements and countless contributions to the musical landscape over the past five decades. Special guest T-Pain DJ’d the pre-show, warming up the crowd for a set by the award show opener and everyone’s favorite ATLien, Big Boi from Outkast. The evening was hosted by BMI President & CEO Mike O’Neill and BMI Vice President of Writer/Publisher Relations Catherine Brewton.
Other attendees included: Future, Mannie Fresh, Ledisi, Bebe Winans, Avery Sunshine, Rick Ross, Ludacris, Big Boi, T-Pain, Jacquees, Zaytoven, Ben Billions, Sonny Digital, Metro Boomin, Dallas Austin, KeKe Palmer, Tasha Cobbs-Leonard, Kierra Sheard, Kash Doll, Ayo & Teo, Cool & Dre, Kent Jones and more.
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OWN Renews Hit Drama Series “Greenleaf”
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network has renewed its acclaimed original drama series, “Greenleaf,” Read More
Usher Accuser Holds Press Conference
Quantasia Sharpton, a woman suing Usher Read More