S. Epatha Merkerson Joins YaYa DaCosta in NBC Spinoff ‘Chicago Med’
*“Law & Order” maven S. Epatha Merkerson is back with Dick Wolf. The actress, who spent 16 years on the original “L&O” series, the most of any cast member on the Wolf-created drama, is set for a lead role in the proposed spinoff of his latest procedural franchise, “Chicago Fire.” Merkerson will star opposite Yaya […]
Audemars Piguet Warns Ray J to Stop Ripping Off Their Watches
*Ray J has been put on notice. According to TMZ, Swiss timepiece company Audemars Piguet sent the entertainer a cease and desist letter to stop him from selling what it calls a full rip-off of its Royal Oak watch. AP claims the watches have multiple similarities — including hexagonal screws placed at the corners of […]
Lance Gross Joins NBC’s Martial Arts Drama Pilot ‘Warrior’
*Lance Gross may return to NBC under the same director who helmed his last project for the network. The actor has joined “Warrior,” a martial arts-themed drama pilot for NBC from director Phillip Noyce, reports Deadline.com. The show is set in a contemporary multicultural and sometimes magical milieu, and centers on Kai Forrester (Natalie Martinez), […]
Urban Movie Channel Nabs Mo’Nique, Isaiah Washington Film ‘Blackbird’ (Trailer)
*Robert L. Johnson’s Urban Movie Channel has acquired U.S. rights to the coming-of-age film “Blackbird,” starring Mo’Nique and Isaiah Washington, reports Variety. “Blackbird” is Mo’Nique’s first movie since 2009’s “Precious,” for which she won the Oscar for best supporting actress. “Isaiah sent me the script and told me that I had to do [it],” she told Variety. […]
Azealia Banks, Erykah Badu Shade Each Other Over the Weekend
*Azealia Banks has another feud on her hands. This time it’s with Erykah Badu. And it all started when a fan asked Badu if she listens to Banks’ music. She replied with, “I tried.” And in true Banks fashion, she got in her feelings about the response. And then she proceeded to clap back at Badu […]
Aunt Viv on Replacing Rosie O’Donnell, Kenya-Gate & Her 50 Cent Mistake
*Never let it be said that Vivica A. Fox doesn’t give it to you straight. No matter what the topic is, the former “Celebrity Apprentice” competitor will let you know exactly how she feels about whoever or whatever. In an interview on “The Meredith Vieira Show,” Fox weighs in on should replace Rosie O’Donnell on […]
White Reporter Fired By Fox When He Used the N-Word, Now He’s Suing Them
*And to think it all started in 2007 with a simple question” “Does this mean we can finally say the word n*gger?” Tom Burlington, whose lawsuit against Fox29 is finally moving forward and making its way to the federal courtroom, claims the station fired him after he asked that question in a staff meeting. Burlington […]
Stevie Wonder’s Friends Detail Singer’s Knack for Getting Pretty Women
*Stevie Wonder’s way with ladies looks to be right up there with his way with music, say friends of the legendary 64-year-old singer-songwriter. According to Page Six’s Stacy Brown, Wonder’s knack for finding pretty women was a natural instinct that resulted in him meeting his 40-year-old fiancée, Tomeeka Robyn Bracy, among others. “Like he does with […]
Lupita Nyong’o Talks Make-Up Ban, Fame and Being Nervous …
*Lupita Nyong’o is known for being one of the most beautiful and stylish celebrities around. Yet despite being one to watch regarding fashion, the Oscar winner, who graces the cover of Lucky magazine’s March 2015 issue, was banned from wearing make-up for a period in her life. According to Nyong’o, her exposure to make came […]
Jay Z’s Roc Nation Sports Splits From Sports Agency Giant CAA
*Jay Z and his Roc Nation Sports are saying goodbye to sports giant CAA amid the end of their two-year partnership. The New York Post reports that although the reasons behind the split are unclear, sources suggest that Roc Nation Sports had become too competitive with CAA as concerns arose from lots of money and […]
Our Roots: TAYO’s 2015 Black History Month Cartoons: Yaa Asantewa
TAYO’s 2015 Black History Month Cartoons: Yaa Asantewa Black History Cartoons – A daily celebration of the achievements of Black people in the diaspora which is the focus of OUR ROOTS by TAYO Fatunla (www.tayofatunla.com).
How Wearable Tech Will Transform Live Music
*Wearable technology like smart glasses, watches and fitness bands reached a $3 billion dollar market in 2014 alone, according to consulting company Deloitte. Wearables are gaining speed and popularity across a variety of industries, including manufacturing, hospitality and music. This tech goes beyond any of its predecessors by allowing more than listening to music and […]
Lawyer will Help Chicago’s Jackie Robinson West Little League Team Stripped of Title
*A day after Little League International stripped Chicago’s Jackie Robinson West of its national championship, team officials announced they’ve hired a high-profile attorney to conduct an investigation they hope will end with the return of their title. The sport’s governing body announced Wednesday that team officials had violated regulations by including players who didn’t qualify […]
THE (02-16-15) EURweb Free-4-All Page/Board
*Just like the headline says, this page/board is where you can discuss the stuff that we didn’t cover in today’s issue. (It’s sort of like feedback with a twist) Remember, NO name calling, racial taunting, graphic sex talk and vulgarity in general, PLEASE. ——– EUR MOTIVATIONAL NOTE Whether you think you can or you think […]
