Candids: Diddy's All White Bash

Everybody who is anybody was at Diddy's All White Party for the fourth, including a very pregnant Lauren London! As we reported Lauren is about seven months pregnant with Lil Wayne's son...hmmmm Looks like it was a blast as always!









Moving on check out the footage of Chris dancing to Thriller at the party also:

Candids:Rihanna, Jay-Z and More....

Rihanna Jay Z and a host of others celebrated the fourth in Vegas working hard and hardly working!

Quincy Throws Michael Under the Bus... "He wanted to be white"

Quincy Jones recently did an interview where he spoke on Michael Jackson and his ever changing appearance! Read below for the folly:

Oh, we talked about it all the time. But he’d come up with, “Man, I promise you I have this disease,” and so forth, and “I have a blister on my lungs,” and all that kind of B.S. It’s hard, because Michael’s a Virgo, man—he’s very set in his ways. You can’t talk him out of it. Chemical peels and all that stuff…”He then continued on talking about the “King of Pop” saying that he wanted to be white.

“It’s ridiculous, man! Chemical peels and all of it. And I don’t understand it. But he obviously didn’t want to be Black.” When asked if that’s what he really thinks Michael’s problem was, he replied, “Well what do you think? You see his kids?” Following that he was then asked if he thought Michael was beautiful before the chemical peels to which he replied, “Man, he was the most gorgeous guy."

This coming from a man who has had multiple relations with Caucasian women... Quincy get a clue or buy one ... you've got enough money!

TMZ Releases Info on MJ's Funeral Preperation!

According to TMZ Michael Jackson will be laid to rest in a similar casket to that of his idol James Brown! Read below for the quote:

“A $25,000, solid bronze, 14-karat gold plated, custom casket has been ordered for Michael Jackson.” It was the same casket that was ordered for his idol James Brown.

Last Call... MJ's Final Rehearsal

Here's some footage from MJ's last full dress rehearsal for his upcoming tour which was set to kick off July 8th. He looks healthy and in great shape leading many to still have serious questions concerning his death! From what I hear there will be a memorial service for MJ at the Staples Center on Tuesday at 11 AM with Tuesday with 11,000 tickets distributed to the general public.

Debbie Rowe wants her Kids and her 40 percent!

The mother of Michael's two oldest children Debbie Rowe is taking legal action to gain custody of her children. According to MJ's will his children will receive about 40 percent of the family trust left in his will! Read the details:

“I want my children,” Rowe said during a 90-minute phone conversation Thursday morning with NBCLA’s Chuck Henry. Rowe said she was willing to submit to any testing, including DNA to prove that she is the children’s true biological mother. Rowe also said she would submit to psychological testing. She also said she would seek a restraining order to keep Jackson’s father, Joe Jackson, away from the children.

The agreement does allow for visitation, but Rowe said it’s a very difficult process. She said if she misses a visitation date, it is difficult to reschedule with the Jacksons. “I am stepping up,” Rowe said. “I have to.” Rowe said she was still grieving. She said she decided she had to seek custody after Jackson’s death. “We had an agreement… he didn’t keep his end,” Rowe said, referring to Jackson’s death. “It hasn’t been easy. It’s been painful.” Jackson, who died at age 50, left behind three children: son Michael Joseph Jr., known as Prince Michael, 12; daughter Paris Michael Katherine, 11; and son Prince Michael II, 7. Rowe was the mother of the two oldest children. The youngest was born to a surrogate mother, who has never been identified. Rowe said she was concerned about splitting up the children. She said she did not expect the court to grant custody of the third child, but added that she would be willing to accept custody.

Rowe, who was married to Jackson in 1996 and filed for divorce three years later, surrendered her parental rights. An appeals court later found that was done in error, and Rowe and Jackson entered an out-of-court settlement in 2006. In her testimony eight years ago, Rowe said, “I had the children for him. They wouldn’t be on this planet if it wasn’t for my love for him. I did it for him to become a father, not for me to become a mother. You earn the title ‘parent.” I have done absolutely nothing to earn that title.” Earlier this week, Jackson’s mother was appointed temporary guardian of the children, pending a hearing on Monday. A will signed by Jackson in 2002 and filed with the court Wednesday requests that Katherine Jackson be named guardian of the children, but in the event of her death, he asked that singer Diana Ross be appointed.

The will also specifically leaves Rowe out of any inheritance. “I have intentionally omitted to provide for my former wife, Deborah Jean Rowe Jackson,” the will states. Rowe’s attorney, Eric George, told the Los Angeles Times he will be at the custody hearing Monday to represent her.

Another One Bites the Dust... Vibe's Last Issue

Another urban publication is dead and gone! Vibe released it's last issue and the final cover features Christina Millian and the Dream... I'm not impressed! In any event check out the details of it all below via NY Times:

Vibe, one of the nation’s leading popular music magazines, is closing immediately, a spokeswoman said Tuesday.

Word leaked to music and media news Web sites early this afternoon, and the spokeswoman, Tracy Nguyen, said the Vibe staff would be formally notified in a meeting at 2 p.m. She said she did not know how many people would be laid off as a result of the closure.

Vibe’s closure leaves just one large-circulation magazine, The Source, focusing on hip-hop and R&B. The Source has had its own troubles, going through a bankruptcy and emerging under new ownership last year. A rock-focused magazine, Blender, folded last year.

Editor in Chief Danyel Smith made a statement regarding the horrible news:

On behalf the VIBE CONTENT staff (the best in this business), it is with great sadness, and with heads held high, that we leave the building today. We were assigning and editing a Michael Jackson tribute issue when we got the news. It’s a tragic week in overall, but as the doors of VIBE Media Group close, on the eve of the magazine’s sixteenth anniversary, it’s a sad day for music, for hip hop in particular, and for the millions of readers and users who have loved and who continue to love the VIBE brand. We thank you, we have served you with joy, pride and excellence, and we will miss you.


I always wanted to write for Vibe so this really saddens me! I'm beginning to feel like blacks are losing their voice in print media when will it stop!

In Case You Missed It... The Tiny and Toya Show

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Can you say ghetto fab at it's best! Can't hate on them for trying to make a name for themselves and a check in the mix! For those of you who like this show it comes on Tues night on BET of course.

Brand New: Drake "Best I Ever Had"

***Cool side note the video was directed by Kanye west!Not too shabby huh!

Joe Get's Played to the Left....

Michael Jackson's will has been released and he has left his father Joe Jackson out... Peep this:

Michael Jackson signed a will in 2002 providing for his children and his mom, but leaving nothing to daddy Joe — this according to the Wall Street Journal.

As we reported yesterday, attorney John Branca has the will and plans to file it with the court within 30 days of the singer’s death. According to the will, Jackson reportedly left his estate — estimated at $1 billion — to his mother, 3 children and one or more charities.

As for why Joe was left out — Jackson has said during his childhood his father beat him.

Why am I not surprised... Looks like Mike gets the last laugh after all!

Beyonce Goes MIA....

Beyonce was spotted in MIA doing what she does best, making herself available to the paparazzi while living life to the fullest! I don't know whats up with her lave front now a days, but I need her to get back on point!

Al Sharpton acts a Fool at the Apollo...

Al Sharpton along with a ton of others hit up the legendary Apollo theatre in Harlem to pay tribute to Michael Jackson! From the looks of things he had a blast... But it does look a little suspect for him to be canoodling on stage while MJ isn't even buried yet! NOT COOL AL!

Tameka Still in Denial....

Looks like Tameka is taking the meaning of denial to a whole other level. According to her Usher and herself just got it in before the ink dried on the divorce papers! Read below:

Tameka Raymond says she didn’t see it coming.

Usher’s soon to be ex-wife states in a new court filing that she and the R&B star have not been separated since July 2008 and, in fact, were “intimately together” less than a week before he started divorce proceedings.

She had “every reason to believe her marriage was intact,” her attorney stated in documents filed Monday in Atlanta.

But since it wasn’t, Tameka now wants to make sure that her estranged husband takes care of all of her legal fees pertaining to the split and continues to support his family financially, per the filing.

Usher filed for divorce June 12, checking off “irretrievably broken” as his reason to end the marriage and requesting joint custody of the couple’s two sons.

The duo swapped vows in a private civil ceremony in August 2007 and brought family and friends into the mix with a more elaborate set of “I do’s” the following month.

Usher’s divorce petition states that they were on the rocks less than a year later.

Really Joe...

Joe Jackson made an appearance at the BET Awards last night and I must say this all is too suspect for me to handle. Not only was he live in full effect in the first row with Al Sharp ton and a friend he also decided to use the time to pub his new record label that he has coming out... I mean how low can you go Joe, MJ ain't even buried yet before this dude is trying to capitalize off his fame! Also Janet hit the stage to show her gratitude and give thanks for all those who are offering help and condolences in her families time of need! Check out Joe on CNN below in all his folly:

In Case You Missed It.... BET Awards 09 The Performances

New Edition opened up the show with a special Jackson 5 tribute....


Keri Hilson paid tribute by doing a scene from MJ's "Bad" video! Loved it...


Ne-Yo did an incredible rendition of Michael Jackson's "Lady in my Life"

More on the way....

BET Awards 09 Pre Fab Candids

More to Come folks....

L'Oreal Doesnt Like Black Women....

There are rumors out that huge cosmetic giant L'Oreal doesn't want Black women selling there cosmetics anymore! Read the details:

French cosmetics giant, L’Oreal, who has hired Beyonce and other African-American personalities to front their products is in hot water. It’s ok for us to peddle their products but not ok for us to work behind the scenes. The highest court in France determined that executives at Garnier, L”Oreal’s beauty products division, intentionally created an all-White sales teams to promote their shampoos throughout the country, according to TimesOnline.com. Blacks, Asian and Middle Eastern women were hardly ever considered for hostess positions.

In fact, a fax was issued into evidence that requested hostesses must be between 18-22 years old, wear a European size 38-42 and be BBR. Apparently, BBR stands for “bleu, blanc, rouge” or French for “blue, white, red” the colors of their French flag which is also code for white people. This ends a three-year legal battle for the L’Oreal bosses who apparently were “disappointed” by the court’s decision. They will now have to pay 30,000 Euros in fines and another 30,000 in damages.-WLW

Don't know how true this is but it damn sure explains that lighter than light photo of Beyonce that they tried to use in an ad not too long ago!

Gone Too Soon... Michael Jackson Dies at 50

The King of Pop Michael Jackson passed away today after going into cardiac arrest. According to sources the pop icon was picked up by an LA ambulance from his home without a pulse. Read the details below via Livesteez:

The "King of Pop" Michael Jackson has reportedly suffered cardiac arrest and died at UCLA Medical Center, reports The L.A. Times.

Amid rumors that Jackson had already passed away, it was unclear until moments ago. Several media outlets initially reported the pop star dead, however, conflicting reports said people who are familiar with his condition said he was in a coma.


Steve Ruda, a Los Angeles Fire Captain said Jackson was revived before he was transported to the hospital.


Federal law prohibits anyone to discuss the specifics of Jackson's medical condition, and as a result, his spokesperson refuses to divulge details.

Our prayers go out to the entire Jackson family during their time of loss!

Baby Mama Drama... J.Hud and Jill

J Hud stepped out with her baby bump on full display when her and David "Punk" ate at a Chipotle restaurant in Florida earlier this week! According to sources Jennifer is 8 months pregnant and will deliver sometime this summer!

On the flipside Jill Scott went into detail with Essence about her 36 hour labor and what it feels like to be a single mom after her split from her ex-fiance and band member John! Read below:

Yes, he was there and for a couple of days afterwards while I stayed in hospital, but John and I are no longer together. When you have a baby you’re dealing with a lot of emotions and I don’t know how much of it had to do with us breaking up, but it happens. We definitely love our son and we are co-parenting and working on being friends. It is what it is. I have a lot of support, so I want for nothing as far as that’s concerned. I know some might criticize me or the fact that my son is being raised in a single-parent home, but I wasn’t raised in a two-parent home and I had a good relationship with my dad. I have hopes for him and I’m sure his father will do his part as well.

Tameeka's Friend Speaks Out....

Tameeka has been ridiculed by bloggers since she hit the scene as Usher's new arm piece, now more so than ever in the middle of an ugly divorce Tameeka's good friend decided to speak out and set the record straight! Read below:

Breaking up is never easy, especially in the public eye. The most recent celebrity couple to join love on the battlefield is Usher and Tameka Foster Raymond. Since their friendship blossomed into a romance, the couple’s relationship was under intense public scrutiny and Usher fans and bloggers often balked at his decision to make Tameka—a longtime friend and stylist—his wife and mother of his children.
ESSENCE.com sat down with Tameka’s friend of 20-plus years Nyeisha DeWitt, an educator and doctoral candidate, to set the record straight on all the rumors and why she’s fed up with the blogosphere painting an ugly picture of her BFF.

ESSENCE.COM: Many are probably wondering why you’re choosing to speak now after Tameka endured a hailstorm of criticism for years.
NYEISHA DEWITT: Let me first say that I hope Tameka and Usher can salvage things as a couple. I’ve known Tameka since I was in middle school and she was in high school, and we’ve been friends since. It’s not that I have to defend her or speak on her behalf as if she’s done something wrong, but I simply want people to know everything they read about her isn’t true. It hurts me to read the lies that people write and say about her.

ESSENCE.COM: Is it true she first learned that Usher filed for divorce after reading about it?
DEWITT: She didn’t know that he was going to file. Of course, she knew that there were challenges in their relationship and had been some discord since March and was aware there were some things that needed to be worked through. But did she know that divorce was imminent? No. It was a total surprise.

ESSENCE.COM: To your knowledge, is it true that they’ve been separated for the past year?
DEWITT: That’s not true and there’s proof of that if people would take the time to do their research. I was at her birthday party that he hosted in Las Vegas last January and he flew in all of her family and close friends to celebrate. When I read that people were reporting they’d been separated for a year I’m thinking, That’s insane!, because that would mean he left her when she was two months pregnant with Naviyd, and Usher Raymond, V, was only five months old.

ESSENCE.COM: Was Tameka also caught off guard by the images of Usher and Def Jam’s Grace Miguel?
DEWITT: I don’t know what it is or isn’t. What I admire about Tameka is that, despite all the gossip, she isn’t bitter or hardened by it. I don’t know how she does it especially with children [from a previous relationship] old enough to read the lies that are written. It’s like having to keep your hands at your side while someone repeatedly punches you in your face.

ESSENCE.COM: Despite owning her business and a successful career as a stylist, Tameka is often perceived as a gold digger. Why is that?
DEWITT: I have no idea. I know how hard she worked to build her business. She was pulling in at least a quarter of a million dollar salary working with Usher, Lauryn Hill and others, so to negate her personal success as an entrepreneur is wrong. After marriage she chose to be a mother and wife and focus on doing more charity work.

ESSENCE.COM: Is it true she flew to Brazil to have liposuction and subsequently went into cardiac arrest during surgery?
DEWITT: Yes, she went to Brazil with friends but decided to have the surgery on a whim. And yes, she did go into cardiac arrest but she never had the surgery. What she had was an allergic reaction to the anesthesia which prevented her from going through with the surgery.

ESSENCE.COM: Do you think she still loves him?
DEWITT: You’re married until the divorce is official. Just because she’s going through this process doesn’t mean that the loyalty and love she has for him is gone. It would be dishonest to say that she doesn’t still love him and isn’t hurting. Again, the idea that people are excited to see her in pain and going through this with her children is so beyond my comprehension. These bloggers talk about her as if she has personally harmed them. They don’t know the woman I know, and to discredit her as a mom or wife is insane. My hope is that people will not rejoice in anyone’s failed marriage and allow Usher and Tameka to go through their process privately.

He's Back....

Seems like Martin is ready to step back into the spotlight! He's got a couple of shows in the works! Peep it out:

Former hit TV star Martin Lawrence is slowly making his way back to television.

Though, this time, he’s doing things behind the camera.

Lawrence currently has three shows in development with his production company Runteldat and two shows even have network commitments.

Fox has picked an animated comedy of his, written by Rodney Barnes, which is based on his experiences growing up in the D.C. area.

The former Martin star is also developing a family comedy set at a funeral home.

Lawrence is also working on one featuring an interracial family which, is based on the comedy of Gary Owen and that’s been picked up by Starz.

Darice Rollins, Runteldat’s director of development, added “We all thought he is hilarious.”

And Martin must think he’s funny too. Cause he’s probably laughing all the way to the bank.

I'm just glad it's not reality TV! Finally!!!!! Good Luck Marty Mar... lol

Teyana Taylor Pays Tribute to Brandy!

Up and coming singer Teyana Taylor paid tribute to one of her idols Brandy by singing "I Want to be Down" after Brandy started following her on Twitter...How cute!

Brand New: Ciara "Work"

Just another video of Ciara doing what she does best... Pop Lock and Drop it! I'm so over her lol

Stuntin is a Habit Gone Wrong....

Looks like Ciara had an overdose of stunting when she arrived in LA for the BET Awards yesterday in LA! Not only did she drive away in a blue Lambo that took her a minute to maneuver she also was house hunting in a pair of shorts so short that even Daisy Duke herself would question wearing! I don't know CiCi I can't back you up on this! Looks like a tranny is hooker gear to me!

Tina Kicks Matthew to the Curb and then Around the Corner....

According to sources Tina has decided to leave Matthew Knowles and his controlling antics! Read below:

Hi Soulgirl
My mother is a friend of Tina Knowles. They often go to the same nail/hair salon together and catch up whenever Tina is in town. Tina told my mother that her and Mathew have been separated for at least a year now and are living in different homes even though they have kept their main house.

Tina spends all her time running around after Beyonce and Solange and focusing on the clothing line which has kept her busy through the separation. You won’t see them getting divorced anytime soon and they also remain dedicated to supporting both of their daughters. Mathew’s narrowmindness and lies have seen Tina turn her back on him and his dealings. She will always love Mathew but she can no longer live in his controlling ways.

The validity of it all is kind of suspect but I do hope that Tina has moved on because she can do so much better! Speaking of moving on in other Knowles news Beyonce was spotted in NYC at the “Show Your Helping Hand” hunger relief initiative kickoff Monday!




While the hair is questionable she still looks happy! From what I hear she also teared down the house at her New York Show where hubby Jay Z made a surprise appearance... Why aren't we surprised lol ;-)

Letoya Sticks Her Ground... I"ll Be at the BET Awards!

Letoya shut down the rumors about her not being able to perform at the BET awards because of Matthew Knowles! Read the details:

In case you haven’t heard the beef, there’s rumors claiming Matthew Knowles is trying to get Letoya pulled out the BET Awards because Beyonce is set to perform. Shots fired!!! So during an interview with WPGC’s DJ Flexx, she was asked to address the rumors…

Dj Flexx: “Let’s just say that it’s true, how does it make you feel that Matthew would go so hard at you to get you off the show?”

LeToya: “It saddens me a little. Because our situation happened close to 10 years ago, and I think as we all know Bey is a very very very talented artist, and I think that we both have our own lanes and fanbase, and I don’t see why I would have to be one of the ones picked out of the entire crew of females that will be hitting the stage that night. I don’t know… I’m gonna try and word this right… I just don’t understand why I’m picked outta that group because there are so many other female artists performin’ that night and I think we all deserve to have a chance at that stage. Everybody works hard and we all have something different to offer, from Keyshia to Keri to Bey, everybody is different in their own ways so it saddens me if that’s true, and I hope that’s not the case but I’ll be there regardless”.

I hear that Letoya, maybe if Kelly had some balls like that she may have a platinum album under her belt by now instead of hosting a Bravo reality show to make ends meet!

Still in Denial

Looks like Tameeka hasn't got the memo that Usher wants a divorce! According to sources Tameeka is still walking around like Ushers wife! Read below:

Tameka Foster, the woman who Usher seems bent on divorcing, will not let a little thing like divorce papers get in the way of her marriage. Exhibit A: She’s still wearing her wedding ring.

We got the shot at LaGuardia Airport in New York yesterday. Usher seems more than ready to cut ties. We got him at LAX this week minus his wedding band.

Put a Ring on It... Christina Milian Shows Off her Engagement Ring

Christina Milian wasted no time showing off her new engagement ring from the Dream! I'm not mad at her I guess hard work pays off!

Nas Bites Back and Shouts out "Real Dads"

Nas decided to give a shout out to all the real dads in the world that serve as great role models in their children's lives! Check it Out:

Like Chris Rock said..”All we fathers get is the big piece of chicken- if we lucky”…Moms get songs by the O’Jays and everything!!!!! Moms deserve that love, but right now I’m shouting out to real dads.

Some are great role models with real academic achievements. Some are not. Some are no longer alive. Some fathers are locked up, but they are praying for their kids and hoping to be on the streets soon and be betters dads 1 day.

We deserve the love!!! Becuz we don’t even expect it, we do what we do regardless! With no signs of a reward for it. We put up with everything, standing true to what’s real and letting life take its course protecting our household, our woman, our children, our family. Protecting and leading a nation. Shout out to my pops, a great man! Blessings to our granddads who came b4 us who laid the seeds and the foundation….I wish every dad take a minute to look at what’s he’s done…just a minute…No need to glance too long.. Just smile.

Biggest Shout To My Son On The Way!! Salute!!!I It’s a GREAT DAY!!!

Hmmm... Let's see how great of a day it is when that 80 grand is deducted from your already slim bank account... That was just mean but hey it's me what did ya'll expect! I do like how Nas takes the high road though... very mature ;-)

A Family Affair.... Morgan Freeman Gets it in With his Granddaughter!

Now this is just nasty, rumors are circulating that Morgan Freeman's current divorce is due to an affair that he had with his granddaughter! Read below if you can:

An unnamed source revealed details behind the actor Morgan Freeman's divorce from his wife of 25 years, claiming he maintained a 10 year affair with his 27-year-old step-granddaughter.

According to the National Inquirer, Freeman, 72, was party to an extramarital relationship with his step-granddaughter that began when she was still a teenager. The alleged affair is the centerpiece of the spilt from his wife, Myrna, and also led to the break-up with his long-time mistress, Mary Joyce Hays.

Really Morgan, I'm hoping this is just an exaggeration of the truth!

Keyshia Cole Shut's Down Neffe and Frankie's Show...

I guess that's the way it really is! By the way Neffe is pregnant again by her fiancee Soullow, so I'm sure this show will make a big difference in her life financially!

Tiny and Toya's New BET Promo

Charlamagne Goes in on Cassie Like Only HE CAN!

Candids: Rihanna Out to Lunch

Rihanna was out on a lunch date with music exec Steve Stout and of course it had the paps in a frenzy... Not too sure about the outfit but it's her world I just live in it!