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Chris Brown Performed Michael Jackson tribute on BET Awards ... before breaking down

Chris Brown Performed Michael Jackson tribute on BET Awards ... before breaking down

*It was a night of comebacks at the BET Awards, and none more unexpected than Chris Brown performing an emotional tribute to Michael Jackson.

The embattled pop star has mostly kept a low profile since pleading guilty to felony assault for beating up Rihanna in February 2009. But here he was, center stage, mimicking Jackson’s signature dance moves with almost eerie accuracy. Introduced by… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 28, 2010 at 9:16am — No Comments

Has Severe Rift Developed Between Beyoncé and Mathew

Has Severe Rift Developed Between Beyoncé and Mathew?

Mathew Knowles and Beyoncé

*If you believe the NY Post, there’s a big rift developing between Beyoncé and her father and manager, Mathew Knowles.

The Grammy winning singer reportedly is still refusing to speak to him since he became a baby daddy with a woman 20 years his junior. Now execs at her label, Columbia, are fearful the problems between the two could damage her career:

The superstar singer was… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 28, 2010 at 9:01am — No Comments

They Finally Got Him: Accused Jamaican Drug Lord Turned Over to U.S. Officials

They Finally Got Him: Accused Jamaican Drug Lord Turned Over to U.S. Officials

Christopher 'Dudus' Coke

*Christopher “Dudus” Coke, captured by Jamaican police Tuesday, was escorted by U.S. federal agents off a plane in suburban Westchester County, New York, at about 7 p.m. Thursday after his extradition from Jamaica.

Coke, who was wanted by the Southern District of New York on drug and weapons charges, was captured by Jamaican police on the outskirts of Kingston on… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 25, 2010 at 7:02pm — No Comments

50 Cent to Host ‘Forever Young Day’ in Queens

50 Cent to Host ‘Forever Young Day’ in Queens

*50 Cent returns to his hometown of South Jamaica Queens Saturday to host “Forever Young Day,” a six-hour event aimed at promoting exercise for local children.

“Technology is keeping them still,” he tells the New York Daily News, adding that he always stayed active as a kid by playing basketball or boxing. “You don’t see that anymore.”

Speaking of physical fitness, the rapper said he’s working hard to get back… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 25, 2010 at 6:58pm — No Comments

Fat Joe Cleared in Sexual Assault Probe

Fat Joe Cleared in Sexual Assault Probe

*Fat Joe has been “officially cleared” over allegations he sexually assaulted a woman following a June 10 concert in Madison, Wisconsin.

The rapper was detained after a woman complained she was inappropriately groped by the star and his entourage during a post-gig limo ride.

Fat Joe was questioned by police and later released without charge, and now the rap star’s attorney Dawn Florio has revealed that he and his… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 25, 2010 at 6:55pm — No Comments

Dwyane and Siohvaughn Wade Divorce Finalized

Dwyane and Siohvaughn Wade Divorce Finalized

*Dwyane Wade’s drama-filled eight-year marriage to high school sweetheart Siohvaughn Wade has finally and officially ended.

However, custody proceedings involving their two young boys have yet to be settled.

Wade is seeking full custody of the boys and was awarded temporary custody earlier this month after a judge “determined visitation time with his kids had been frustrated on an ongoing basis as a result of… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 25, 2010 at 6:52pm — No Comments

The First Lady Out on the Town

The First Lady Out on the Town

*The Obamas are the happenin’ family! They don’t miss a beat literally. They definitely like to get their groove on.

First lady Michelle Obama took a night on the town Friday night with some of her girlfriends and mama, Marian Robinson.

They attended the Maxwell and Jill Scott concert at the Verizon Center in D.C. What a treat. She sat in VIP seats, of course, in a private booth, leaving her husband to tend to the children.… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 24, 2010 at 8:13am — No Comments

Obama Poll: More People Disapprove of President’s Performance

Obama Poll: More People Disapprove of President’s Performance

Gulf oil spill is main reason

*To say the president is going through a rough patch would be an understatement. Now comes more bad news for Mr. Obama. In a new poll from the Wall Street Journal and NBC, his numbers are down, down, down. Keep in mind this poll was taken before his action to replace General McChrystal.

Take a look:

* In a first, more people disapprove of Obama’s job performance… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 24, 2010 at 8:10am — No Comments

Jaleel White Addresses Gay Rumors

Jaleel White Addresses Gay Rumors

*Jaleel White, best known for his TV role Steve Urkel, called Detroit’s WJLB to promote the first ever DVD release of “Family Matters” with COCO, Foolish and Mr. Chase In The Morning — but got more than he bargained for when they began questioning his sexuality and rumored relationship with former NBA player Anfernee “Penny” Hardaway.

The jocks said they heard rumors that Jaleel and Penny Hardaway were once secret lovers, and even… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 23, 2010 at 9:16am — No Comments

Oh General McChrystal, The President Wants to See You … Now!

Oh General McChrystal, The President Wants to See You … Now!

General Stanley McChrystal

*At a precarious moment in the war in Afghanistan, President Barack Obama prepared to hear his top war commander explain biting published complaints about the commander in chief and his aides, reports the AP.

Even before their showdown, the White House’s rebuke of Gen. Stanley McChrystal suggested it would be hard for him to save his job.

Two military officials said…

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Added by Stephan Bobb on June 23, 2010 at 9:13am — No Comments

TRAFFIC REPORTER CAUGHT SHOPLIFTING!!!!!

MILFORD — Desiree Fontaine, the morning traffic reporter and host of the " Connecticut Style" program on WTNH, the ABC television affiliate in New Haven, was arrested Saturday, accused of shoplifting a $104.98 bottle of perfume.

WTNH confirmed on Sunday that Fontaine was charged with sixth-degree larceny after being confronted by security guards at the Sears store in the Milford Mall. Desiree, who lives in Milford, was released on a promise to appear in court on July 7.

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 21, 2010 at 10:45am — No Comments

Obama Launches ‘Fatherhood and Mentoring’ Initiative

Obama Launches ‘Fatherhood and Mentoring’ Initiative

*As part of Father’s Day, President Obama will today host a White House gathering of children, famous dads and nonprofit groups that promote fatherhood to highlight the importance of fathers.

The highlight of Monday’s day-long celebration will be a speech at the ARC, an arts and recreation campus in Southeast Washington, where he is set to announce the creation of the President’s Fatherhood and Mentoring Initiative,… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 21, 2010 at 8:52am — No Comments

Billboard Estimates Jackson Estate Worth $1 Billion Plus

Billboard Estimates Jackson Estate Worth $1 Billion Plus

*New York (Billboard) – Michael Jackson’s estate has generated at least $1 billion in revenues since the singer died a year ago, thanks in part to a lucrative new record deal with Sony Music and the most successful concert film of all time, according to Billboard estimates.

Through interviews with industry experts and some number-crunching, Billboard examines the various music-based revenue streams flowing into… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 21, 2010 at 8:44am — No Comments

We Remember: Manute Bol, NBA Star, Dies at 47

We Remember: Manute Bol, NBA Star, Dies at 47

Manute Bol (October 16, 1962 – June 19, 2010)

*Manute Bol, the seven-foot plus Sudanese basketball player who played for a number of teams in the NBA, including the Washington Bullets and the Golden State Warriors, died Friday night.

The cause was a combination of symptons arising from a rare skin condition called Stevens-Johnson syndrome, which he contracted from medication taken while in Africa.

He was known… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 21, 2010 at 8:42am — No Comments

Dr. Dre and Janelle Monae to be Honored at 23rd ASCAP Rhythm & Blues Awards

Dr. Dre and Janelle Monae to be Honored at 23rd ASCAP Rhythm & Blues Awards

Dr. Dre

*ASCAP (the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers) will honor music pioneer Dr. Dre with the prestigious ASCAP Founders Award and Janelle Monae will be presented with ASCAP’s Vanguard Award during its 23rd annual Rhythm & Soul Music Awards.

The invitation-only event will take place on June 25, 2010 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, California, and… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 20, 2010 at 12:34pm — No Comments

Rick Ross and Spike Lee Could be Working Together

Rick Ross and Spike Lee Could be Working Together

*Rick ROSS is bringing in the big guns for his newly recorded track, “Live Fast, Die Young.”

He announced on Twitter that Spike Lee just might be the one to direct the video for the track.

“Me and Yeezy made a different kind of record … video may require different kind of director,” he wrote. He didn’t directly say who that director would be but he did post a photo of himself next to Lee.

He says… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 20, 2010 at 12:30pm — No Comments

Snoop and Donnie Wahlberg Betting on the Finals… 20Gs!!!!

Snoop and Donnie Wahlberg Betting on the Finals… 20Gs!!!!

*Lakers fans are at the edge of their seats as the Final is nearing the end with a series game count of 3-2, with Boston ahead.

True blue Lakers lover, Snoop Dogg has faith in the purple and gold. He’s been doing a little trash talking via Twitter and recently challenged New Kids on the Block singer Donnie Wahlberg with a hefty bet.

$20,000 is on the line between the two. The money will go to a… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 20, 2010 at 12:25pm — No Comments

Tiger Mistress Asks Judge to Prove Son’s Paternity

Tiger Mistress Asks Judge to Prove Son’s Paternity

*Porn star Devon James filed legal papers in Florida Thursday hoping to prove that Tiger Woods is the father of her 9-year-old son.

James, whose real name is Melinda Janette, asked a judge to “establish paternity” after TMZ.com reported Thursday that a 2001 DNA test done on her son proved another man was his father.

The TMZ account is “false,” a source close to the 29-year-old told the New York Daily News.… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 20, 2010 at 12:19pm — No Comments

Suge Gets No Satisfaction From Kanye Over Shooting

Suge Gets No Satisfaction From Kanye Over Shooting

*Battle-scarred rap mogul Marion “Suge” Knight and volatile hip-hop star Kanye West faced off Friday in New York over a beef involving a bullet – with a conference table between them.

The two rap titans were there for West to answer questions about a celebrity-packed Miami Beach party where an unknown gunman shot Knight in the leg. West hosted the 2005 fete at the posh Shore Club before the MTV Video Music Awards, held… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 20, 2010 at 12:05pm — No Comments

McKnight Ordered to Pay $340K in Child Support

McKnight Ordered to Pay $340K in Child Support

*A judge has ordered R&B star Brian McKnight to pay more than $340,000 to a woman who won a ruling naming the singer the father of her teenage son.

Miriam Lee filed paternity and child support documents against the artist in Orange County, Florida last year, claiming her 14-year-old was the product of a brief fling she had with McKnight.

McKnight never filed documents addressing her claim, so the judge has… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on June 15, 2010 at 9:15am — No Comments