A little while ago, singing diva Aretha Franklin expressed that she was a bit hurt that she, among other legends, have not been asked to judge any of the popular singing shows. Now that Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler have declared the end of their judging careers on “American Idol,” the queen of soul revived […]
“Sparkle,” the movie that marks Jordin Sparks‘ big-screen debut and Whitney Houston‘s movie comeback, is set to open August 17. A red-carpet premiere is planned for the film but a new report suggests that Houston’s family is making things difficult in terms of scheduling. Just so you know, premieres normally take place at least a week […]
Usher may be needed now more than ever for Tameka Raymond and her son Kile Glover. Tameka Raymond and Ryan Glover have the tough task as parents to decide the fate of their 11-year old son Kile who’s reportedly on life support. We told you he was declared brain dead after a jet ski accident July 4th weekend. […]
The president who ran on hope says he needs to do a better job of inspiring the public if he wins a second term. President Barack Obama says in an interview with “CBS This Morning” host Charlie Rose that the “mistake” of his first term was, in his words, “thinking that this job was just […]
A number of formerly sinful luxuries now seem to be healthy, check them out below. Napping (Old Rep: Lazy pastime New Cred: Recharge tactic) Sneaking in an afternoon snooze can seem irresponsible with email, deadlines, and crusty dishes piling up. But a nap is exactly what your brain and body need to recharge. Call it […]
ESSENCE Music Festival headliner Mary J. Blige may be adding “fashion designer” to her resume any day now. The soulful singer revealed that she is “brainstorming” a new fashion collection project, reports WWD. Blige spilled the beans on her new project this week at Giorgio Armani’s “One Night Only in Beijing” fashion show and party where she […]
Laila Ali and Terry Crews are among the stars in “Stars Earn Stripes,” a new military-themed reality show to premiere on NBC. Eight celebrities will gather at a remote training facility where they’ll tackle difficult missions inspired by real military exercises. Each will be paired with an “operative” who is a member or former member […]
Just one day after reporting that NeNe Leakesand Kandi Burruss came to blows during taping of this season’s “RHOA,” word on the street is that NeNe may be out of a job for hitting one of the show’s producers in the face during a scuffle. Apparently the Housewives are leaving today for their annual “Housewives Trip” and when […]
Usher has changed his tune and now wants to up his ante to settle his epic child support/custody war with Tameka Raymond after the jet ski accident that left his stepson Kyle brain dead. Sources connected with the couple tell TMZ. Usher spoke with Tameka over the weekend and suggested that they settle up, but he did not […]
Like a slice of soft-ripened brie, cultural icon Bill Cosby’s exterior has gradually toughened, becoming more distinctive and sharp with age. Some fans have welcomed the comedian-turned-activist’s dried, crumbly rind while others prefer the softer, quintessential family man of old. In his 1987 bestselling book “Fatherhood,” Cosby wrote, “I don’t know the key to success, […]
Gladys Knight has been announced as an addition to the judging panel for “Apollo Live,” a new singing competition series set to debut this fall on BETs sister network Centric. Knight will work as lead judge” on the series, which is filmed at New York’s famed Apollo Theater and puts a new spin on the […]
Mitt Romney was booed Wednesday at the NAACP conference for promising to repeal the president’s signature health care reform law, bringing him to an awkward halt in the middle of an otherwise civilly-received pitch for black voters. It was an awkward moment that forced him to go off script, after giving a somewhat pained smile […]