Urban Prep Academy Students Inspired by ‘Barbershop’ Cast Visit (WATCH)
*Neighborhoods throughout the country are struggling as it pertains to the education system and keeping their youth enrolled in schools. In one of the toughest neighborhoods in Chicago, for example, 60% of black males won’t graduate from high school and only 6% will earn college degrees. In light of this fact, The Urban Prep Academy, […]
What?! Buzzfeed Presents: ’27 Questions for Black People’ Video
*Is it true that BuzzFeed employs a team of delusional black millennials – ya know the types who don’t “see color,” along with a slew of “progressive” white folks who say things like “talking about racism is racist”? We may never know the truth to the matter, but there’s no doubt that both groups are […]
Event Alert: Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum
* Speak UP Empowerment Foundation, Inc. President Robbie Butler has partnered with Sullivan International, Inc.CEO Barbara Sullivan to host the Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum in Long Beach, CA on Saturday, April 16. Butler and Sullivan understand the importance of giving back to the community and look for opportunities to support under served groups. Ms. Single […]
Man Admits He ‘Hung’ Pit Bull Puppy, Says it Killed His Iguana
*Yep. I agree with what you’re thinking. Based on that headline, this is some sick azz crap. And it gets even sicker. The piece of sh*t that hung the dog has also been accused of raping it. I’ll give you a minute to rinse out your mouth. “Diamond” was the puppy’s name, and she worked […]
Shannon Brown Cheating on Monica?, Amber Rose & Terrence Ross Boo’d Up
*Miami Heat star Shannon Brown is allegedly cheating on his wife, singer Monica. According to the woman he’s creeping with, Shannon flew her out for a two-day weekend of ‘x-rated’ fun — and she provided DM receipts showing a conversation between them. B.Scott reports that Shannon’s extramarital activity was also brought to light last year, […]
The Pulse of Entertainment: Tanya Blount and Michael Trotter, Jr. Release ‘Love Affair’
*“As children we imagine riding the rainbow. We’re older and our imaginations have changed,” said Michael Trotter Jr. about the concept of the title of a song he released with his wife soulful R&B vocalist/actress Tanya Blount (Sister’s Act: Back in the Habit) titled “Imagine,” first single from their duet album release “Love Affair.” They […]
We Have Chris Rock to Thank for Tyler Perry’s ‘Boo! A Madea Halloween’
*Back in January, Tyler Perry revealed that a line from Chris Rock’s film “Top Five” inspired his next Madea film. Today at Cinemacon, he reminded the assembled group of theater owners how the idea for “Boo! A Madea Halloween” came about. “In Chris Rock’s movie ‘Top Five,’ he jokes about a Madea Halloween movie selling out with a […]
Malcolm Jamal Warner Nabs Recurring Role on USA’s ‘Suits’
*Malcolm Jamal Warner has joined the upcoming sixth season of USA Network’s drama series “Suits.” Set in the fast-paced world of a top Manhattan corporate law firm, season 6 picks up with Mike (Patrick J. Adams) entering Danbury Prison after accepting a plea deal for conspiracy to commit fraud. According to Deadline.com, the actor – […]
Kendrick Lamar Sued Over Bill Withers Sample in ‘I Do This’
*Kendrick Lamar used a Bill Withers song in his 2009 track, “I Do This,” but allegedly without permission. And now the owners of the copyright want to be compensated, reports TMZ. Mattie Music Group, which says it owns the rights to Withers’ 1975 song “Don’t You Want To Stay,” has sued the Compton rapper claiming […]
And Now…Debbie Allen Dancing to Rihanna’s ‘Work’
*You can’t help but writhe your hips when hearing Rihanna’s latest single “Work,” and Debbie Allen was caught doing just that last month on the set of “Grey’s Anatomy.” Star Ellen Pompeo nabbed her director workin’ it out and shared the short clip on Instagram, with the caption, “Ummm, this is my boss.” Watch below: Ummm this […]
Ice-T and Coco Selling New Jersey Penthouse (Pics)
*Ice-T and his wife, Coco Austin, are selling their North Bergen, NJ, penthouse, just outside of New York City. Per Page Six: Perhaps recent parenthood — the couple’s daughter, Chanel Marrow, was born in November 2015 — has the duo hunting for a more spacious place. According to the listing, the first floor offers an […]
Diddy Once Confused Selena Gomez for the Parking Valet
*In the new issue of GQ, Selena Gomez revealed that Sean “Diddy” Combs once assumed she was the parking valet while standing outside of a function. The 23-year-old singer was describing the peculiarities of fame, like “when you’re around four people and everybody has the champagne glass, and somebody says something and they laugh but they […]
Willow Smith Hosting ‘Underground Teachings in Quantum Mechanics’
*Willow Smith, 15, is all about the study of mathematics these days – more specifically, the use of mathematical equations to produce songs. To that end, Smith says she is currently hosting underground teachings in quantum mechanics to intensify her understanding of the subject. “It was nice to be able to talk to female students and […]
Diana Ross Has ‘Head and Neck Pain’ After Limo Accident
*Diana Ross is reportedly in pain after being in an automobile accident Wednesday afternoon in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Police say the 72-year-old singer was injured when an SUV ran a stop sign and crashed into a limo taking her to a performance at the Sands casino complex. Ross reportedly complained of head and neck pain after the […]
Chris Rock Hosting ‘Sleepovers’ With New Girlfriend Megalyn Echikunwoke?
*Chris Rock has been romantically linked to actress Megalyn Echikunwoke, and Page Six is reporting that the alleged courtship has moved to the next level. “They’ve been having sleepovers at his house in New Jersey,” a source told the gossip column. “She seems really comfortable with him at home and they’re very affectionate with each […]
