14 year-old Bobbi Kristina is not only smoking, but allowing herself to be photographed smoking. Most people aren’t surprise, but I am. I know she’s heard her share of crack-head jokes, and I know she has seen her mother without her teeth. My point is, if I had such parents, the last thing I would do is touch drugs. I mean she has first hand experience of what drugs can do. I wouldn’t even drink mineral water if I was her, but I guess some people need to learn the hard way. Maybe rehab is a rite of passage in the Brown-Houston household.
Ne-Yo was kicked off the tour with R. Kelly after only two shows. My guess, Ne-Yo was getting too much love from the teens, and R. Kelly got jealous. Ne-Yo breaks it down to Ed Lover the reasons behind the split. My question is, why are people still buying R. Kelly albums? He is a diva, an alleged pedophile (amongst other things). Anyway, Ne-Yo had me rolling at the ridiculousness we call R. Kelly, so check out the interview.
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Beyonce was spotted at the Apollo supporting her man, Jay-Z as he performs. Beyonce shown below was throwing up the R-O-C. There are also rumors flying around that Beyonce may be working on a country album inspired by her AMA performance with Sugarland. Something tells me this rumor is false. Although she is the queen of over-exposure, let’s just hope for her sake she doesn’t take it there. Country music fans are loyal and vicious, the moment she starts dancing and over singing her career will be over. Look what they did to the Dixie Chicks, and they were the number one selling group at the time.
Nicole Richie and boyfriend Joel Madden had a Wizard of Oz themed baby shower, hosted by Brenda Richie (Nicole Richie’s Mother). The couple asked that guest bring a book for the baby, and that all other gifts and money be donated to the Richie Madden Children’s Foundation that will provide baby starter kit for young expecting mothers through Los Angeles Free Clinics. The sex of the baby is unknown, and Nicole and Joel maintain that they do not know the sex of the baby either.
I just love to see celebrities without all the glitz and glamor. Honestly, people are killing themselves to look like these people not knowing it’s all camera and lights. Rihanna is a beautiful girl, but she licks her fingers one at a time after eating friend chicken just like you or me. Don’t believe, take a look for yourself:
A Charlie Brown Christmas airs Tuesday, November 27 at 8/7 on ABC
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I have seen this cartoon almost every year since I can remember, but it wasn’t until two years ago that I actually paid attention and got it. Who knew such a profound message could be hidden in a cartoon. Charles M. Schulz, the creator of Charlie Brown and the Peanuts characters felt that Christmas had become to commercial and materialistic. He feared the true meaning of Christmas had been lost, and so he decided to create A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965). In this clip Linus tells Charlie Brown the true meaning of Christmas according the bible, Luke 2:8-14. It also has one of the best jazz soundtracks for Christmas.
I have not been ignoring all of you, I forgot to post that we were going to The Most Expensive Happiest Place On Earth. You guessed it, Disney World. We had so much fun, but I must say this place is a rip off. Disney World plays on the love parents have for their children. If you love your children you will take them to Disney World and give all your money to Mickey and his friends. Disney World is the acme of capitalism, consumerism, and branding. We ate Disney popcorn, Disney burgers, and Disney Grapes. At the age of 79, I think Mickey Mouse has done pretty well for himself, and is by far the richest rodent on earth.
Which reminds me: There is a documentary film entitled “What Would Jesus Buy” that explores the commercialism of Christmas, and inundation of our children with material gifts. It’s produced by the maker of Super Size Me, so it should be incredibly funny, and satirical.
Anyway here are some pictures from our trip, and I posted these for Lisa C, who appreciated the more personal side of blogging.
I love Alicia Keys for her humanitarian efforts and her talent as a keyboardist, but I don’t really like her music. It’s lacking the grit, the rawness, the umph. I can listen to it because I can appreciate the originality and creativity, but it’s generally not my cup of tea. Well Ms. Keys has a new video out, and I think I like it…I think I can connect…
I can’t wait for this movie, I’m just so happy to see a positive black movie, no not a positive –a quality black movie. No fat lady big mama archetype; no guns, drugs, or ganstas; and no Wayans brothers. I’m not against those types of movies, I’m just a bit tapped out. I need a movie about family and the human spirit.
Checkout pics from the premier of This Christmas, starring everybody: Loretta Divine, Regina King, Chris Brown, Idris Elba, Mekhi Phifer, and many more.
Rihanna is on the cover of You magazine, I have never heard of this magazine until today. Rihanna seems to be the queen of the magazine covers, and I just can’t keep up with the names. Her calling is definitely modeling.
Obviously Ray J needs every bit of publicity he can get. Now, a voice mail message from Kim K to Ray J has been released. This message was allegedly left for Ray J shortly after Kim K learned of the sex tape scandal. I think this tape may prove that Kim K was not originally part of the scandal, but after six figures was waved in her face, she went along with it instead of fighting it. [Source]
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It is reported the Kanye West mother passed away from complications after surgery. My heart goes out to Kanye, he was an only child of such an extraordinary and distinguished black woman. Dr. Donda West was the former chairwoman of Chicago State University’s English department. She was a very accomplished single mother, and our prayers go out to Kanye and his family.
Donda West, mother of Kanye West and former chairwoman of Chicago State University’s English department, has died, a spokesman for the rapper said. She was 58.
Donda West was known for the strong bond she shared with her son, by whose side she was often seen at parties and award shows.
Kanye West, 30, often spoke of his close relationship with his mother, who raised him alone after her husband left when Kanye was 3.
She was the inspiration for the song, “Hey Mama,” on Kanye West’s 2005 album “Late Registration,” in which he sings: “Hey Mama, I wanna scream so loud for you, cuz I’m so proud of you … I appreciate what you allowed for me. I just want you to be proud of me.”
I haven’t seen Mariah Carey in this much fabric since her divorce from Tommy Mottola. She’s looks very nice and classy. Also, honored was Toni Morrison, Noble Prize Winner of Literature, as “The Voice of Our Time“. Toni Morrison is my heroine and inspiration, the first time I read the Bluest Eye, I was hooked. No other author in my opinion can capture the darkness of human life in such a prolific and poetic manner through the use symbolism. Beloved, Sula, and Bluest Eye are my all time favorites, so I am happy that at the age of 76 she is being honored in such high esteem.
Thandie Newton on Toni Morrison:“She squeezes every last drop of power from her words. Reading her is like experiencing the English language for the first time. In person, she has the charisma of a politician and the slink of a movie star.”
Kim Kardshian had a launch party for her spread in Playboy. Her family and friends were at the even to celebrate. Kim’s reason for doing a spread in Playboy is quite simple, “I wanted to do it. I wanted to show that I’m not some skinny girl, I have a healthy body image, and I’m happy with my curves and who I am.” I think she left out the number one reason, money or publicity. Honestly, we can tell by her outfits that she has a healthy body image. I think I have more pictures of her backside than I do her face.
Here are some candids of Melanie Brown leaving club Hyde in L.A. I know Eddie Murphy is kicking himself, now. Also, check out the video of Melanie Brown and partner scoring a perfect 10 on Dancing with the Stars. This woman spit out a baby like it wasn’t nothing, and has danced her way back into shape. Mel B is wearing a form fitting purple dress, and the camera man made sure to get a shot from every angle.
Melanie Brown and partner score a perfect 10 from each judge on Dancing with the Stars.
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Look at Vivica Fox showing off her 43-year-old-bod on Miami Beach. Vivica and friends took some time off to relax. I know you see Borris Kodjoe in the sunglasses, trying to get a side glance.
Beyonce global tour takes us to the Philippines. This is almost like a game, where will she pop up next? Beyonce Knowles waves to the fans and the paparazzi as she arrives in Manila.
I was reading some of my favorite blogs, when I came across this picture of Ne-Yo at That’s Not Hot Blog. I stared at the picture because I recognized Jade from ANTM, but I couldn’t figure out where I new this old man from. Then I read the caption and it said “Ne-Yo“. That’s him, at least I think it is. Now that I think about it, I have never seen Ne-Yo without a scarf, a hat, or a doo-rag. Where there he is…
No she’s not getting married. Vanessa Simmons has a photo spread in Brides Noir modeling various style in wedding fashion. Go to UrbanScanz to check out more beautiful pictures of Vanessa Simmons.
