The Daily Buzz for Sept 5

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Kate Upton Is sizziling as Marilyn for Vanity Fair’s 100th Anniversary Episode!

Kate Upton is a modern-day Marilyn in lingerie and lipstick for Vanity Fair's 100th anniversary issueBy

Kate Upton has channeled her inner Marilyn Monroe for a special 100th anniversary edition of Vanity Fair.

On the cover, the 21-year-old supermodel, who was named 2013's Model of the Year yesterday, dons siren red lipstick, cascading blonde curls and a gold bodysuit, holding a cake lit with a candle in one hand.

Shot by famous photographer Annie Leibovitz, the stunning image marks just how far Miss Upton has come since appearing on the cover of Sports Illustrated in 2011.

Within the magazine, the blonde bombshell is pictured lounging on a crescent shaped moon, a photographic tribute to Vanity Fair's first ever cover illustration in 1913.

She puts her famous curves on show in a low-cut golden dress with a thigh-high slit and pointy white stilettos.

The event will celebrate her career thusfar, from being named Sports Illustrated's Rookie of the Year in 2011, to covering Brazilian and American Vogue - and now Vanity Fair - this year.

Her rise to stardom hasn't come without its difficulties, though.

Indeed, while she is one of the most coveted models now, Miss Upton was once slated by Victoria's Secret for her distinctive look.

The brand's model booker, Sophia Neophitou, was quoted in the New York Times saying Miss Upton was 'too obvious. She's like a footballer's wife, with the too-blond hair and the kind of face that anyone with enough money can go out and buy.'

Not only has she proved she has what it takes to be a top model, but she has also recently showed off her acting skills.

The buxom blonde is set to appear alongside Leslie Mann and Cameron Diaz in comedy film The Other Woman, which will be released in theaters in April 2014.

The October issue of Vanity Fair will hit newsstands on Today!

Zoe Saldana Sparks Secret Wedding Rumors in London

Fueling secret wedding rumors, Zoe Saldana and Marco Perego stepped out with rings on in London, England

The "Avatar" star wore a black top, pink patterned pants, and a diamond sparkler as she and her beau headed to Loulou's members club in Mayfair.

Prior to her current relationship, the 35-year-old actress dated her "The Words" co-star, Bradley Cooper and they'll soon reunite on screen.

In the newest Marvel flick, "Guardians of the Galaxy," the pair are both cast members, but are unlikely to run into each other on set. Keeping his handsome face behind the scenes, Bradley will voice the character of Rocket Raccoon.

Reality Star Omarosa is now dating WWE Wrestler Titus O’Neal

That was quick! It looks like reality star Omarosa has finally found love after the death of her fiancee Michael Duncan Clark.

This past weekend blogger Twana Tellz spotted Omarosa and her new boo WWE wrestler Titus O’Neil hanging out in Orlando at the Tom Joyner Family Reunion. They looked like they were having a good time as they took in a few concerts and walked around the convention center holding hands and chatting with fans.

Omarosa was previously engaged to actor Michael Clarke Duncan, however he passed away last year on September 3rd after he went into cardiac arrest.

The word on the curb is Omarosa and Titus met last year in Orlando, at the Tom Joyner Family Reunion a day before Michael passed away. She was also feuding with his family because a few months before Micheal passed away he changed his will and made her the main beneficiary. And according to the family Micheal was not of sound mind when he made Omarosa his beneficiary…

Things that make you go hummmmmmmm!!!!!

Lil Kim, Eve & DMX Unite For “Return Of The Legends” Show; Mimi Faust & Ariane Davis Join Them

Lil Kim, and DMX all made their way to Detroit for the “Return of the Legends” show at Chene Park Amphitheatre. The trio posed for pics while coming together for the final show of the 2013 Chene Park Season.

Love & Hip Hop Atlanta’s Mimi Faust and Ariane Davis came out for the concert, and were spotted chillin’ with Kim. But Kim that face!

Kanye West Makes 3 Million Dollars As The Wedding Singer

We all know Kanye is rich but he just got richer over the holiday weekend. Word on the curb is he was paid 3 million dollars for 1 event! But guess where the event was….Kazakhstan!

According to a TMZ source Kanye West was invited by President Nursultan Nazarbayev to perform at his grandson’s wedding reception over the weekend  in Almaty at the Hotel Royal Tulip.

North West daddy hit the stage and performed some of his biggest hits while the wedding guests posed for pictures in front of the stage. I guess they were more concerned with posting pictures on Instagram than Yeezy’s great performance.

Bravo’s Andy Cohen and Retired NHL Down Low Player Sean Avery “Engaged?”

First of all Andy Cohen is very private about his personal life and I see why, his beau Sean Avery who is a NHL hockey player is gay, but DL.. I guess the league didn’t know and if they did it was supposed to be hush, hush until now.  Sean used to date model Rachel Hunter and Alisha Cuthbert. A person in Sean Avery’s camp tipped information about Andy and Sean’s secret engagement and when Andy was asked on twitter if the engagement to Sean Avery was true he said this…

Here is Sean Avery with Elisha Cuthbert….  When they broke up he talked about her real bad stating that she talked too much and had a huge mouth, like who does that? Plus he was on the fashion police just giving off vibes.

But wait het this Andy already admitted to being a top on Wendy so that will make Sean a bottom. Omfg Andy Cohen A TOP????? LOLOL. All those women he dated . GURL BYE!

Television Review: ‘The Watsons Go to Birmingham’

On Friday, September 20th at 8/7c, Hallmark Channel premiers the new movie, “The Watsons Go to Birmingham.”

The film, produced by Tonya Lee Lewis and Nikki Silver, is adapted from the book “The Watsons go to Birmingham-1963,” written by Christopher Paul Curtis. The fictional story boasts awards such as the Newbery Honor and the Corretta Scott King Honor.

 “The Watsons Go to Birmingham” is described by Hallmark as a “tale of a summer journey that leaves a family – and a nation – forever transformed.” The film stars Tony-winning and Grammy nominated actress Anika Noni Rose, who plays ‘Wilona Watson,’ and three-time Tony nominee David Alan Grier, who plays ‘Mr. Robert.’

Other cast members include Skai Jackson, LaTanya Richardson, Wood Harris, Bryce Jenkins and Harrison Knight. Also on board is Director Kenny Leon, a Tony Award nominee.

Below is a clip from the movie produced by Walden Media, Arc Entertainment and Tonik Productions, LLC, in Association with Walmart and P&G.

WATCH:

Will you be watching?

The Wire’ Cast Reunites At ‘Boardwalk Empire’ Premiere Party

It’s about that time! HBO’s Boardwalk Empire is back for a fourth season. This week, cast members kicked off the new season with a NYC premiere party. See the pics!

The event included cast members, along with June Ambrose (celebrity stylist), Tristan Wilds who reunited with some of ‘The Wire’ cast like Felicia ‘Snoop’ Pearson and Michael K. Williams, NBA Baller Tyson Chandler, Tyson Beckford and a few other famous folk.

Terrence Howard jets out of LA amid new claims he threatened suicide during fight with ex-Wife

Terrence Howard was seen catching a flight out of Los Angeles on as new details in his current court case emerged.

The actor’s ex-wife Michelle Ghent was granted a temporary restraining order against him last month following an almighty row.

In a new filing, Ghent has claimed Howard threatened suicide during the dispute.

Ghent alleges that the argument began in a Toronto hotel room on April 23 after she questioned Howard upon finding six women’s phone numbers in his bag.

Ghent claims the 44-year-old threw her laptop out of a window and lifted her up by her clothing before slamming her back down to the ground.

According to the documents obtained by New York Daily News he threatened suicide and said: ‘I’m just thinking if I should kill you first before killing me.’

Ghent won the temporary restraining order amid claims Howard ‘sucker punched’ and ‘kicked’ her on June 29 during a fight in Costa Rica.

Howard denies the allegations and claims 36-year-old Ghent was the one who lost her temper during their holiday together.

Accused of cheating: It came after a row in April which started when Ghent found six phone numbers in Howard's bag

In his own statement, the Hustle & Flow star alleges: ‘(She) suddenly went crazy for no apparent reason, said “I told you not to f*** with me,” and she took out a canister of mace/pepper spray and proceeded to spray me with it.’

He goes on to claim that Ghent left while he was flushing out his eyes and she allegedly had no noticeable injuries when he saw her the next day.

In addition Howard claims Ghent timed her court filing in order to ‘ruin’ his reputation ahead of the release of his new movie The Butler.

Howard was in fact about to board a plane to Toronto when he was seen arriving at LAX on Tuesday.

The Oscar-nominee, who portrayed Nelson Mandela in 2011’s Winnie Mandela, was carrying a bag with a photograph of the icon printed on it.

He was also dressed smartly in a grey suit, white shirt and navy tie with white polka dots, along with mirrored aviator sunglasses.

Lupe Wrapped Up In Drug Lord’s Soap Opera Fiasco!

Lupe Fiasco has been getting a lot of media attention lately, and its hasn’t been about his music career. Lupe is now on the receiving end of a lawsuit from a convicted drug kingpin’s estranged wife.

The wife, Inita Patton, has boldly stated that Lupe is a cohort to the drug lord, Charles Patton, and is hiding millions of dollars from her to swindle her out of gaining too much out of the pending divorce.

According to TMZ, Inita believes that she has uncovered the money trail and Charles has Lupe moving in excess of $9 million to various bank accounts, and she is suing because she wants what’s rightfully hers.

Lupe’s lawyer responded to TMZ saying that Inita’s allegations will be proven to be wrong at trial. “There are no secret accounts and no illicit instructions.”

How special: Ciara and Future Buy Matching 2014 Bentleys

Ciara and Future are trying to emerge as the next big power couple and doing it in a big way.

The couple showed their baller status by coping the FIRST 2014 Bentleys. Literally they have the first two ever sold! They cashed out on the new Bentley Continental “Flying Spurs”, which retail at about $210,000 each.

His and hers Bentleys now, can’t even imagine what’s next. Guess they can’t be like the rest of us normal folks and get matching bracelets.

Michael Douglas Says He & Catherine Zeta-Jones “Are Fine” Amidst Divorce Rumors

Despite all those divorce rumors it seems, Michael Douglas and wife Catherine Zeta-Jones are just fine.

In fact, it’s just what the actor stated while promoting his new film, ‘Behind the Candelabra’ in Germany

“I have a crisis at home? No, I think the press has a crisis,” Douglas told a reported.

He didn’t exactly dispel rumors of a separation, however. He adds,”We, we are fine. My wife and I are, are fine. We take a temporary separation, but the press, it gives you stuff to write about.”

So to further “clear” things up. The Douglas’ may or may not being headed to divorce.

Guess, the press didn’t exactly get this one wrong.

Perhaps, he shouldn’t have answered the question.

AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES

‘Highlighting The Goods’

Just in case you might miss his manhood jumbled up into some short shorts he made sure to walk around like a human highlighter so you can’t help but notice.

HAVE A GREAT DAY!!!

EFREM

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Lola Monroe Reveals First Pic Of Baby Brixton Royal

Amber Rose isn't the only Taylor Gang chick to have a newborn.  The First Lady of Wiz Khalifa's label, Lola Monroe, welcomed Brixton Royal into the world just three days ago.  And she and her baby's father, rapper King Los, already revealed his cute pic to the world.  Lola said:

On 3/12/13 me n My King @iamkinglos brought royalty at it's finest into this world...Meet "Brixton Royal" ..I couldn't have asked for a better Man to have this INDESCRIBABLE blessing with. Can't take my eyes off of this beautiful creation. Thank you Lord*

Sweet.  Papa Los said, "Hello world, On 3•12•13 @Thee_LolaMonroe gave birth to my magnificent son "Brixton Royal" ... May God bless his life in Jesus name!"

Congrats to the fam!

Rumor Alert: Is Kobe Bryant Cheating Again??

Is Kobe cheating again on Vanessa?? The Lakers were in Atlanta earlier this week to play against the Hawks on Wednesday March 13th.

According to my sweeties over at TattleTailzz

Kobe was allegedly spotted out on a dinner date recently in Atlanta, GA with an attractive tall Spanish female who flew in town to meet Kobe in Atlanta.

Who is the mysterious women? We are not sure, however the source did say that she “looked familiar like she has been with other celebrities or players possibly just a jump off.”

When you are a millionaire, married young and a superstar are these things expected???

Timbaland Turns 41 -- Jay-Z, JT, Missy & More CELEBRATE!

Super producer Timbaland turned 41 last Sunday.  So he and his wife Monique and celebrity friends got together last night in NYC to celebrate.  Check the pics inside...

Missy loves her printed jumpsuits doesn't she?  Timbo's long tme friends Missy, Jay-Z and Justin Timberlake all made their way to Southern Hospitality in Hell's Kitchen to celebrate the producer magnate's b-day.

Justin, whose new The 20/20 Experience album is produced by Timbaland, brought his wife Jessica Biel.

Looks like they had fun times!

Bridget Kelly Alarms Fans After Instagramming A White Substance

Uh Oh!

Recently, one of our favorite songstresses, Bridget Kelly, had a close call, “Is this for real?” moment on Instagram.  While enjoying a party during SXSW,  she shared a photo of a white powdery substance being bagged up and ready to bake.  The pic included the caption,”oh ok, now it’s a party!! lol #ghettogastro #turnup #whitegirl @ Public School,” which left her fans alarmed that she was giving them a real life, behind-the-scenes look at the rock star life, drugs included, at SXSW. Even celebs like Rita Ora and Estelle seemed confused while leaving comments under the photo.

Luckily, moments later, she shut the speculation of drug use down by deleting the photo and tweeting:

Does no one on my IG timeline ever bake? Confectioners sugar, ppl. It goes on crepes & zepolis

It absolutely is lol ppl are wildin!!! RT @JournalisticJoe: @theycallmeBK that had BETTER be powdered sugar lol

Well that was a close one!

In this day and age, celebs are promoting drugs use more than ever through their songs and social media.  It’s also becoming the norm to scroll down your Instagram timeline, and see some of your favs either smoking some ganja or talking about popping a molly with no regard to the young followers who are easily influenced.

Since the event was put on by, Ghetto Gastro, a collective of chefs from the Bronx who were also serving up the meals that night, the white substance in the photo definitely could be powdered sugar from the kitchen, however, that was definitely a “Watch what you tweet moment.”

Out & About: Alicia Keys Debuts New Reebok Trainer Collection In LA

Alicia Keys was spied out in LA; she and her hubby Swizz Beatz hit The Grove where she debuted the new spring collection from her Reebok trainer line  - with Extra on hand for an interview. 

Alicia stepped out in a white, pink and yellow top; which she rock’d with dark green skinny jeans, and a pair of sneakers from her collection. She tweeted her excitement, saying – “So excited to finally be able to share my @ReebokClassics spring collection with you!

How will you be rockin yours?”

Kevin Hart’s No-Show @ Eddie Murphy’s All Boy-Bowling Bash?

In-Crowd Effect?

Kevin Hart’s said shortcomings over the ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ project may not really be over his height after all. That’s because insiders say Sony Pictures may have scratched the comedian from the upcoming TV series over his reported refusal to attend Eddie Murphy’s all-boy bowling parties! But, it could be an amicable decision for all parties involved. Know why? Because Hart is said to be done with television, and only wants to stick to future movie deals.

Here’s the drop according to HSK:

“Kevin was approached by Sony — not only for the Beverly Hills Cop television series — but also a movie script. Kevin didn’t like the roles Sony wanted him to play.

The only reason why Miguel Nunez and Eddie Murphy are mad at Kevin Hart is because he didn’t attend their all male bowling parties.”

Stars Shine At The 24th Annual GLAAD Media Awards

Stepping out to show their support for equality, stars of all kinds gathered together to attend the 24th annual GLAAD Media Awards in New York City on Saturday (March 16).

Opting for quite a different red carpet ensemble, Madonna showed up in a boy scout uniform where she playfully showed off for the awaiting photographers.

Also on hand were "Jersey Shore" stars Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi and Jenni “JWoww” Farley who worked the media line while mingling with Hollywood beauty Milla Jovovich.

The "Material Girl" songstress, who has been a longtime supporter of the LGBT community, was tapped to present Anderson Cooper with the award for openly gay media professionals.

Upon taking the stage, the Pop icon explained her unique outfit, saying, "I wanted to be a boy scout, but they wouldn’t let me join,” adding, “I think that’s f–ked up. I can build a fire. I know how to pitch a tent. I have a very good sense of direction. I can rescue kittens from trees. Listen, I wanna do for the community. But most importantly, I know how to scout for boys. So I think that I should be allowed to be a Boy Scout and I think they should change their stupid rules.”

The GLAAD Media Awards celebrate outstanding representations of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community and our allies on TV, in film, and in the news.

Is Kanye West BEGGING Anna Wintour To Put His Baby's Mama On The Cover Of VOGUE?

We've all seen Kanye West being friendly with American VOGUE editor Anna Wintour over the years, and now industry folks are saying that he is trying very hard to secure Kim a VOGUE cover.  So what's the problem?

Though Kim has already proven herself as a bankable face for magazine covers, everyone is NOT a fan. In fact, Star Magazine reports that Anna's disgust with Kim's rise to fame had her stating that Kim would only grace Vogue's cover, "over her dead body."   Ms. Wintour is well known for valuing quality over numbers.

The mag went on to say that while Anna sings Kanye's praises, she thinks of Kim as 'the worst thing since socks and sandals'.

Though the "alleged" feud between Anna and Kim does not seem to be personal, there have been a number of swipes and jabs on behalf of Ms. Wintour. The most high-profile jab was the alleged banning of Kim from The Met Ball.  The gala, which many celebrity/fashion insiders consider to be the hottest ticket of the year, has NEVER invited Kim.  And Anna Wintour controls who makes the list.  One source told Radar Online, “Anna hates Kim. Why would she be invited to the event? It is all the biggest stars in the world and Kim doesn’t fit that bill at all.”  In fact, last year, Kanye West went to the gala solo....Kim stayed in LA.

*Cue up the Countess' 'Money Can't Buy You Class'*

It was also reported that Anna ignored Kim at New York Fashion Week last September.

But there is hope for Kim at last...as far at The Met Ball is concerned.  Kanye is slated to perform at this year's punk-themed gala on May 6, and we're sure Kim won't be "banned" now that she's the mother of the performer's child.  Just as we predicted, this baby will be her ticket to more things than necessary.

Donte Stallworth Injured In A Hot Air Balloon Crash

NFL free agent Donte Stallworth was hospitalized Saturday with serious burns after the hot air balloon carrying him and two other people crashed into power lines above South Florida, his agent said.

The 10-year NFL veteran won’t suffer any permanent damage from the accident in Homestead, said Drew Rosenhaus, Stallworth’s agent.  “He’s going to be OK. He has some burns, but he’s going to be fine,” Rosenhaus said. “He will be able to continue his NFL career. The injuries are not to the extent they will jeopardize his career.”

Rosenhaus said one of the passengers was Stallworth’s girlfriend, but he would not say whether she was hurt. A source close to Stallworth told ESPNBoston.com’s Mike Reiss that Stallworth’s girlfriend is in stable condition.

The basket carrying three hot air balloon passengers crashed into the power lines while airborne, according to Miami-Dade Police spokesman Roy Rutland.

Two passengers were injured and transported to a trauma center, Rutland said. A third passenger in the basket was not injured.

Rutland referred additional questions to the National Transportation Safety Board. The NTSB had no immediate information about the crash.

Praying for him and his family.

French Montana GETS SUED By Manager Deb Antney + Waka Flocka & Gucci Mane BEEFIN'

Save the drama for ya mama!  Deb Antney has served her own client French Montana with legal papers. He reportedly received them while walking into an ATL concert venue last night.  She says the Moroccan rapper went behind her back to book gigs, and shorted her out of her 20% commission.

Deb claims she and French entered into an exclusive contract in November of 2010, which gives her a 20% commission of all paid gigs.  She has reason to believe that French brokered some concert deals in secret, and therefore, according to TMZ, she's owed $50,000.  So she's suing for her ends.

Folks always seem to be in some drama with Deb--whether they're her clients or not.  Remember her beef with Nicki Minaj when the rapstress nixed her as her manager?  Chick doesn't take kindly to being pushed out or let go.

And that brings to Deb's son and client, Waka Flocka.  As we know, Deb's been managing both Waka and Gucci Mane since their careers took off.  They're like two peas in momager's pod.  But no so fast.

Waka went on Twitter to publicly diss his good friend Gucci over some Brick Squad label drama.  And the reasons are unknown.

Gucci let the world know HE dropped Waka off the Brick Squad label saying, "Waka flacka flames officially dropped off brick squad 1017. Big Guwop say give me a offer fa this disloyal lil nigga."

Waka responded with, “Somebody tell Gucci Mane 2 SUCK A D**K.”  Then erased the tweet and said, "Can’t tweet beef #HucciKnowHowIrOck"

Miss Info revealed that Gucci's manager said Gucci's Twitter was...you guessed it...HACKED.  Sigh.  Meanwhile, Waka released his mixtape DuFlocka Rant 2 just minutes after this whole Twitbeef went down.  And Gucci dropped his Trap Back 2 mixtape at the same time.  How convenient.

But considering Gucci threatened to change his name a few weeks ago (what celebs often do to get out of contracts), we have to wonder if he's plotting his escape from Deb Antney's management as well.  We all know how she and her son like to pop off when folks try to do their own thing....

Ryan Seacrest is Back on The Market!!

Ryan Seacrest and Julianne Hough call it quits.

Via People  Ryan Seacrest and Julianne Hough have decided to take a break the couple dated for more than two years.

The sources maintain that busy work schedules proved to be a great challenge for them both, although they are still in regular contact and remain friends.

Fantasia SPARKLES For Jazz In The Gardens Press Conference

At the 8th Annual Jazz in the Gardens Press Conference at Pangea at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel, Fantasia popped up in her sequin black dress as she spoke about performing at the festival kicking off today in Hollywood, FL.

She chatted up Mayor Oliver G. Gilbert III and host of the weekend, radio personality Michael Baisden.  Charlie Wilson was also there.

Glad to see her getting back to what she does best.

And over at the Women's Impact conference portion of Jazz In The Gardens, singer Latocha Scott was at Shula's Hotel & Golf Club to promote her new role on "R&B Divas"

And Lisa Wu, former RHOA star, showed up as well.  

Wonder how she feels about the ladies on RHOA now?

Tamar Braxton tries out new maternity style as she covers up in baggy white gown BET’s Celebration of Gospel!

She has made her stomach a prominent part of her ensembles ever since announcing her pregnancy.

But Tamar Braxton opted to cover up her burgeoning belly as she attended the 2013 BET Celebration of Gospel event.

The 35-year-old was seen at the Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles, California looking angelic in white as she worked the red carpet.

Tamar donned a floor-length dress with material which gathered around her tummy underneath a diamante embellished diamond.

Tamar revealed that she and her 43-year-old husband Vince Herbert were expecting during an appearance on Good Morning America.

AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES

‘SAGGIN’ BAGS’

I want to yell at you for showing all that saggy cleavage but I’m not sure if it’s on purpose or not. Those boys look like they could pull down a turtleneck and show cleavage!

HAVE A GREAT DAY EVERYBODY!!!!!!!!

EFREM