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Dr.Dre Files Suit On The New Death Row

Dr. Dre Files Suit on the New Death Row

*The company that bought Death Row Records when it was in bankruptcy, is getting a taste of record industry politics.

Andre Young, better known to the world as Dr. Dre, filed a suit in federal court in Los Angeles against WIDEawake Death Row Records and its parent companies, Thursday.

The producer is claiming the label failed to pay royalties and released a new version of his iconic album “The Chronic” without his… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on February 12, 2010 at 1:10pm — No Comments

Will & Jada: Don’t Sue Us for Our Failed Movie

Will & Jada: Don’t Sue Us for Our Failed Movie

*Will and Jada Pinkett Smith are at the center of a legal dispute with a financier over a botched movie that went straight to DVD without making a dime.

According to documents filed Friday (Feb. 5) in L.A. County Superior Court, the Smiths claim that David Grasso is threatening to sue them over what he believes to be allegations the pair “guaranteed” a return on his investment in the film, titled “The Human… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on February 11, 2010 at 7:39pm — No Comments

Tiger Woods Returning to Golf in Two Weeks?

Tiger Woods Returning to Golf in Two Weeks?

*There are unconfirmed reports floating around that Tiger Woods’s big return to golf following his sex scandal will take place this month at the Accenture Match Play Championship in Arizona.

The Herald Sun of Melbourne reported Woods is “poised to make a shock return to competitive golf” at the annual tournament, which takes place Feb. 17 through 21. The paper did not cite a source, and the PGA Tour’s top spokesman Ty Votaw said… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on February 11, 2010 at 7:37pm — No Comments

Janet Jackson Talks Lady Gaga and Rihanna

Janet Jackson Talks Lady Gaga and Rihanna

*Janet Jackson was asked her thoughts on current pop sensations Lady Gaga and Rihanna during an interview for the Feb/March issue of Wonderland Magazine.

The Q&A, which took place in a conference room in her Upper West Side apartment building, sought her opinion on the fashion sense of both celebrities, and whether or not she feels a need to compete.

Here is an excerpt from the interview:

Wonderland: Do you feel… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on February 11, 2010 at 7:34pm — No Comments

John Mayer Tweets N-word Apology; But he’s convinced ‘the hood’ loves him

John Mayer Tweets N-word Apology; But he’s convinced ‘the hood’ loves him

*After his twisted comments about being getting a “nigger pass” hit the internet yesterday, pop star John Mayer finds himself getting the serious side eye treatment, today.

Apparently Mayer is and interviewers dream; he’s one of those people who will just say any old thing and doesn’t know when to shut it down. His recent Playboy magazine interview is the latest example.

And… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on February 11, 2010 at 7:30pm — No Comments

Amanda Bynes Says She Prefers ‘Chocolate’ Men

Amanda Bynes Says She Prefers ‘Chocolate’ Men

Former Nickelodeon star Amanda Bynes took to Twitter at 5 a.m. yesterday to talk about how much she loves black men, or in her terminology, “chocolate over vanilla.”

“It’s amazing how good it feels when someone knows how to love your body! I am having withdrawals from a certain guy lol,” she tweeted. “So turns out i prefer chocolate over vanilla. interesting.”

Apparently, her comments caused quite the… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on February 11, 2010 at 7:26pm — No Comments

Jailbound Lil Wayne Films Goodbye Message

*Rapper Lil Wayne has filmed farewell videos for fans in advance of his impending prison term for gun possession.

After his sentencing was postponed Tuesday so that he can complete dental work, the 27-year-old posted ustream footage of what he thought would be his final hours before lockdown.

“Thank you from the bottom of me. Do not forget about me ’cause I will forever think about you, and I cannot wait for you to see me again. I’m out,” he said in one of the clips.

As… Continue

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Hundreds Gather For Teddy Pendegrass

Hundreds Gather for Teddy Pendergrass Viewing

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People wait in line for the public viewing of Teddy Pendergrass at the Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church in Philadelphia, Friday, Jan. 22, 2010. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

*A public viewing for R&B legend Teddy Pendergrass is underway in Philadelphia at the Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church.

The line of more than 300 mourners stretches… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on January 22, 2010 at 6:57pm — No Comments

Latest On Celeb Charity Efforts For Haiti!!!

Queen YoNasda, granddaughter of Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan, has teamed with rapper NYOIL and a number of organizations to create Hip Hop 4 Haiti, a nationwide fundraising event that will take place Jan. 30 in 10 major cities across the United States, reports Allhiphop.com. In New York, the event will be hosted by NYOIL at the National Black Theater in Harlem New York, from 5-11 p.m. All proceeds and relief collected from the event will go to its nationally recognized Haiti Relief… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on January 22, 2010 at 6:48pm — No Comments

Michael Jackson's Estate Oposes Stipend

*Michael Jackson’s estate has filed papers opposing a bid by the late singer’s father to receive a monthly allowance, arguing it would take money away from the singer’s three kids.

Joe Jackson filed for a $15,000 monthly stipend in November, saying he had little income and relied on his son’s help to survive, reports the Associated Press. But the filing stated that Jackson failed to show that his son supported him while he was alive.

The filings also note that the singer… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on January 22, 2010 at 6:37pm — No Comments

WILL aND DENZEL IN NEW UPTOWN SATURDAY NIGHT

WILL AND DENZEL IN NEW 'UPTOWN SATURDAY NIGHT?': Magazine claims pair are interested in updating the Cosby/Poitier hit.

(January 8, 2010)

*Denzel Washington and Will Smith are reportedly in discussions to remake the 1974 film "Uptown Saturday Night," which starred Sidney Poitier and Bill Cosby as two friends who sneak out of their homes to visit a legendary - yet illegal - nightclub.

When the place is inevitably held up and their wallets are stolen, the duo must… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on January 11, 2010 at 7:10pm — No Comments

KEYISHA COLE FINALLY CONFIRMS PREGNANCY

KEYSHIA COLE FINALLY CONFIRMS PREGNANCY: Singer announces engagement to Cavaliers player Boobie Gibson.

(January 8, 2010)

*A rep for Keyshia Cole has officially confirmed the singer's pregnancy and announced she is engaged to the baby's father, Cleveland Cavaliers player Daniel "Boobie" Gibson.

"I can confirm she is engaged and has an incredible ring," her rep tells Us Magazine.

Cole's publicist said Gibson popped the question on New Year's Eve, adding it… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on January 11, 2010 at 7:04pm — No Comments

MARIAH SPEAKS ON THE SPEECH

MARIAH SPEAKS ON 'THE SPEECH': 'There's a time for celebration and a time for not,' she said backstage at People's Choice. (Video)

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January 8, 2010)

*After winning Favorite R&B artist at the People's Choice Awards Wednesday night, Mariah Carey went backstage and attempted to explain to the press her bizarre behavior from the night before.

The songstress made national headlines for appearing… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on January 11, 2010 at 7:02pm — No Comments

LA Dodger Matt Kemp Under Rihannas Umbrella

LA DODGER MATT KEMP UNDER RIHANNA'S UMBRELLA?: Singer reportedly rang in the New Year with baseball bachelor.

(January 5, 2010)

*Based on pap photos and unconfirmed sources, Rihanna appears to have moved on from Chris Brown with Matt Kemp of the Los Angeles Dodgers, her rumored new beau.

HollywoodLife is reporting that after several sightings stateside, RiRi spent New Year's Eve with the Major Leaguer overseas.

“Rihanna and Matt are starting to get… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on January 6, 2010 at 2:58pm — No Comments

Guns Drawn In Locker Room

GUNS DRAWN IN NBA LOCKER ROOM: Arenas and Crittenton go at each other on Christmas Eve.

(January 1, 2010)

*Remember that report we ran last week about Gilbert Arenas of the Washington Wizards storing his guns in his locker? Well there's more to it. Lot's more.

It seems that Arenas and teammate Javaris Crittenton drew guns on each other during a Christmas Eve locker room argument over a gambling debt, according to The New York Post.

The dispute… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on January 4, 2010 at 4:32pm — No Comments

Teddy riley Responds To Daughter's Allegations

TEDDY RILEY RESPONDS TO DAUGHTERS ALLEGATIONS OF VIOLENCE: Says he's only guilty of giving them 'an inflated sense of entitlement and expectation.'

(December 30, 2009)

*Teddy Riley is responding to accusations by his adult daughters that he violently attacked them with a guitar from the video game Rock Band.

In a statement to TMZ, Riley is strongly denying the allegations -- and insists the entire situation happened because as a parent he allowed his kids to… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on December 31, 2009 at 12:00pm — No Comments

Kanye Serves Holiday Lunch To Homeless

KANYE SERVES HOLIDAY LUNCH TO HOMELESS: 'It's just important (to give back) when you're very blessed," rapper says.

(December 29, 2009)

*Kanye West got his charity on Saturday by serving lunch at a homeless shelter in Los Angeles.

The rapper and his model girlfriend Amber Rose made an appearance at The Los Angeles Mission, where they volunteered in the kitchen and donned aprons to dish out hot meals to those in need.

"It's just important (to give back) when… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on December 29, 2009 at 2:37pm — No Comments

Ron Artest Explains Open Letter To Tiger

RON ARTEST EXPLAINS OPEN LETTER TO TIGER: Lakers star calls golfer 'a perfect role model.'

December 18,2009

*Los Angeles Lakers forward Ron Artest is catching flack for an open letter to Tiger Woods that was posted on his Web site.

His intent, he told the Associated Press, was to encourage the golf star in the midst of media scrutiny that Artest believes is unfair. The NBA player said he wrote the letter after discussing the backlash Tiger has experienced since… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on December 19, 2009 at 3:13am — No Comments

AP Names Tiger Athlete Of Decade

AP NAMES TIGER ATHLETE OF THE DECADE: Voting members defend their decision.

(December 17, 2009)

*The Associated Press announced Wednesday that its members have voted Tiger Woods Athlete of the Decade, choosing to base their decision strictly on his golf performances, and not his personal "transgressions."

He received 56 of the 142 votes cast since last month by editors at U.S. newspapers that are members of the AP. More than half the ballots were returned after… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on December 18, 2009 at 4:19pm — No Comments

Beyonce Mom Files For Divorce

BEYONCE'S MOM FILES FOR DIVORCE: Tina Knowles took action against Mathew Knowles last month.

December 18, 2009

*Tina Knowles, Beyoncé's mother, has reportedly filed for divorce against Mathew Knowles who, of course, is also the singer's father and manager.

Tina apparently filed last month in Texas, according to TMZ. The marriage has been rumored to be rocky for some time.

Perhaps the straw that broke the camel's back were the recent reports of… Continue

Added by Stephan Bobb on December 18, 2009 at 4:17pm — No Comments