Tea Sips:FORMER 702 Singer Kameelah "Meelah" Williams HAS NOT joined "R&B Divas: Atlanta"... Yet!
The Atlanta rumor mill has been buzzing about a new addition to the "sanging" chicks of "R&B Divas: Atlanta". We've heard that Kameelah Williams, who rose to fame in the 90s as part of the group 702 ("Get It Together", "Steelo") will be joining the cast for season three.
For those who aren't too familiar with Kameelah and her personal life, she has a son with Musiq Soulchild and has been working on solo project in Atlanta, which may included a few tracks with Stevie J. And back in the day, Faith Evans once served as her mentor, with Kameelah singing on Faith's "Burning Up" single and appearing in the video.
We reached out to a source on the "R&B Divas: Atlanta" production team who told us, "There have been no additional cast members added to "R&B Divas: Atlanta". Meanwhile, Kameelah's manager told us that they could neither deny nor confirm her casting.
Hmmm....it sounds like Kameelah hasn't signed her contract yet or the producers are still "figuring out" her place on the show. Or maybe she's not doing it at all. You'll recall that the producers kept the additions of LaTocha Scott and Angie Stone under wraps for a long time before they officially confirmed them.
We'll keep our eyes peeled to see if she pops up during a cameo this season. Meanwhile, "R&B Divas: LA" is set to debut on TvONE July 10 and the "Atlanta" crew wraps up their season on June 19th.
In case you missed it:
Meelah released a very underrated single called "I Should Let You Go" produced by the infamous "LAHH ATL" producer Stevie J a few months ago. We actually like the song, which only serves to remind us that there's more to Stevie J than his "bus" of females.
Birdman, DJ Khaled, and Ace Hood appeared on the first of two covers for the June/July issue of The Source. the iconic magazine reveals the second featuring Future.
Can't say that this honor isn't well deserved. The Atlanta native is having a stellar run because of highly lauded tracks like "Karate Chop." In fact, he's lent a hand to a pair of the aforementioned MCs latest efforts with choruses on Birdman's "Tap Out" and Ace's "Bugatti," respectively.
Future is now prepping his sophomore studio album Future Hendrix, due out later this year.
He sat down with MTV to discuss his forthcoming LP and feelings on gracing the front of the illustrious publication. See a brief synopsis of what to expect from the Epic signee in his sit down with The Source below.
He also dishes on his “awesome relationship” with Ciara and wonders how her feud with Rihanna affected their “Loveeeeeee Song” collaboration. Future felt the song should've been a single. “We never shot a video, we never performed it. I don't know whether it was because of that situation or if just the time hasn't come up.
Get more at The Source!
GRADUATION TIME! Dwyane Wade's Son Zion CELEBRATES His 6th BIRTHDAY! + LL Cool J's Daughter Samaria And Magic Johnson's Daughter Elisa Johnson GRADUATE High School Together!
Miami Heat baller Dwyane Wade celebrated the 6th birthday of his son Zion. Dwyane and lil Z were joined by Dwyane's mom Jolinda Wade and Dwyane's sister Tragil Wade, Zion's older brother Zaire and Wade's nephew Dahveon.
Just what every kid needs....goldfish snacks everywhere! The family celebrated with a Goldfish themed soccer party at Sun Life Stadium hosted by the Goldfish brand. Zion and his friends snacked on GoldfishMyWay.com party favors as they watched World Cup champs Spain take on Haiti. And Zion even escorted Spain’s team captain out onto the field!
Dwyane has been working with the Goldfish brand for the past five years, encouraging kids to get up and get active. Nice!
Sports fans know that Dwyane has his hands full as the Heat battle the San Antonio Spurs during the NBA finals, but he STILL made time to treat his son to a big birthday bash! Good dad!
And in other kids news.....
Samaria Smith (daughter of LL Cool J & Simone Smith) and Elisa Johnson (daughter of Magic & Cookie Johnson) graduated high school over the weekend. Don't ya just love black royalty fams in their own rights having kids growing up together? We do. Wonder what those house parties are like....
The two Bffs posted several pics of themselves in and out of their cap and gowns over the weekend as they celebrated with family and friends.
And Samaria shared several pics of her proud parents celebrating her big day.
Cute. Congrats to Samira and Elisa!
The Game To Appear On ‘The Simpsons’ Next Month
This is crazy, with tattoos, the Jesus Piece, a fresh cut and some Jordans, rapper The Game will make a guest appearance on The Simpsons in July.
The Game took to Instagram to share the news, and sharing the the above pic and saying:
Catch me on the Simpsons next month when Bart has a dream that he is “The Game” in class ha ha ha…. #OKE Will you be tuned in?
Alicia Keys Talks on why She is Proud Of Rihanna
Love to see other women giving each other compliments and recognizing that others are just as successful as them and Alicia Keys is giving Rihanna major props for the way she has handled living her life in the spot light. Yes, everyone knows who’s the hottest chic in the game and that is Ms. Robyn Fenty!
Alicia says about Rihanna:
“It’s such a tricky, crazy business, and when people are a little bit younger than me, I’m always hoping that their soul is good because it can be such a soulless space… “I’m proud of Rihanna. Because it’s not easy to stand up in this crazy world and make it and keep going and try new things. And find your way through it.”
Also Legendary New York punk innovator and songwriter Patti Smith spoke on Riri
“Right now my favorite song is “stay” by Rihanna. Right now I like Rihanna, its all about voice interpreation, I love Rihanna’s song because of its strength and feeling, I found it moving.”
Stay has amazing lyrics, Sia who sung on Flo-Rida’s “Wild Ones’ is a great songwriter. And Rihanna puts alot of emotion in the song.
Monica Talks About Not Wanting To Take Rocko To Child Support & Being Called A Baby Momma
Jermaine Dupri was recently in the studio with R&B songstress Monica clowning around and just having fun while recording a song in the studio. The conversation got sort of/kind of serious when the term "Baby Momma" was used and Monica revealed that she wasn't sure how she felt about that term.
Monica also goes into detail about not ever wanting to step foot inside of a court house to try and get child support from her childrens father, Rocko. Monica says that a REAL man should be able to assess the needs of their children and handle it accordingly.
Unfortunately, that is not the case for most women and we have to end up sitting in somebody's courtroom trying to get some sort of money in order to take care of our children. Lord knows I had to take my older childrens father to court on quite a few occasions because he was dead set on not giving me anything.
After getting him locked up a few times, he got the hint that I wasn't playing any games with him and he started paying on a regular basis. However, getting back to the topic at hand, check out what Monica had to say about child support and courtrooms when you read below:
I don’t know what Amanda Bynes has done to Khia, but I guess she is searching for some relevancy again so she started going in on Amanda Bynes via Twitter, saying that how she liked Hilary Duff and Raven Simone better than her. I wonder if Amanda will come for Khia’s wig like she’s been doing with everyone else.
KHIAVerified account
@QueenKhia
Dont buy into the “fuck shit” that is @AmandaBynes. I liked Raven Symone and Hilary Duff better anyways..
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KHIAVerified account
@QueenKhia
That bitch @AmandaBynes will get dragged all the way back to Nickelodeon Studios if she tried to come for me.. #prepared
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Amanda’s Response:
Amanda Bynes @AmandaBynes 44m
I could never marry a German because I’m Jewish
Does Amanda even know who this Khia person is?
Kelis Puts Nas ALL The Way On Blast
This picture of Kelis There is nothing major going on in the picture, but it was the commentary on the picture that was causing a major stir.
Apparently, a fan of Kelis' was happy to see her getting her name back out there and was wondering if there was any chance of a reconciliation with her and her baby daddy, Nas. Kelis' response was priceless when she stated the following below:
LOL!
SNEAK PEEK: Syleena Johnson, Keke Wyatt, LaTocha Scott, Nicci Gilbert And Angie Stone TOGETHER AGAIN For The "R&B Divas" REUNION Taping
Sparks flew during the R&B Divas Atlanta Season 2 Reunion taping on Tuesday night at the El Rey Theater in Los Angeles.
Old fights were revisited and new friendships were solidified when Executive Producer Nicci Gilbert, Syleena Johnson, Angie Stone, Keke Wyatt, Monifah Carter and LaTocha Scott all joined Joe Clair to dish on the past season.
On woman who was missing in action was Faith Evans, who chose to skip the reunion to celebrate her 40th birthday. Does this mean she won't be back next season?
Singer Nicci Gilbert, who spent most of the season battling Syleena Johnson looked like an angel in white for the taping.
We wonder if her outfit was a part of the "Curvato" collection?
Nicci even blessed the reunion with a vocal selection. Hmmm...we wonder if that "Brownstone" reunion ever happened?
Syleena Johnson spent most of the season battling Nicci and dealing with family drama as her mother, a former addict, became the newest member of her household.
LaTocha Scott, who joined the cast earlier this season, did her best to avoid the on-screen drama.
Keke Wyatt was in pretty good spirits this season as she had a hit single on the radio with Avant, "You And I".
Monifah, shown with her partner Terez, often played peace-maker this season.
DJ EQ keep the sounds flowing in between segments.
And tv personality Joe Clair played referee during the talks.
The explosive TV One reunion taping airs in two parts on June 26 and July 10 .
Flavor Flav Is About To Lose His Last Chicken & Ribs Joint
Flavor Flav's acumen as a business is looking very suspect. The Public Enemy rapper and reality star's last fried chicken joint in Michigan is in danger of closing.
Reports TMZ:
Flavor Flav's run as a fast food mogul could be over in a matter of weeks ... because the last of his fried chicken joints has been hit with eviction papers ... TMZ has learned.
Flavor Flav's Chicken & Ribs in Sterling Heights, MI has been accused of stiffing its landlord out of rent since the day it opened back in December 2012.
FYI -- FFC&R is the last of 3 fried chicken joints Flav has tried to open in the past few years ... one sputtered out in Iowa in 2011 and the other one died a slow painful death in Vegas in 2012.
Now, according to court docs obtained by TMZ, the Michigan location is also on the ropes ... unless it finds a way to come up with $25,000 (missing rent + late fees + damages).
The papers show ... FFC&R was late in making its monthly $3,500 monthly rent payment back in Sept and October -- and stopped paying altogether in November.
The landlord warned Flav's restaurant about the problem back in January ... and just a few weeks ago, went back to the court in hopes a judge will kick Flav to the curb, stat.
We called Flav about the crisis ... and he told us he had no idea the restaurant was in trouble. But the rapper insists, "I'm gonna figure out what's going on and get to the bottom of this ASAP!"
Flav is currently on the latest season of VH1's Couples Therapy. He is also going on trial for threatening his girlfriend/fiancee Liz Trujillo's son with a butcher knife. If convicted, the "911 Is A Joke" rapper is facing up to 12 years in prison.
You gotta get it together, Flav.
SPLITSVILLE!: MILEY CYRUS’ PARENTS CALLING IT QUITS!
Miley Cyrus has been in all types of media for starting a twerking trend amongst her vanilla-skinned fans, but now she’s dealing with some family issues.
Miley’s mom, Tish Cyrus, has filed for a divorce from mullet loving Billy Ray Cyrus citing “irreconcilable differences.” Her decision to pull the plug on the marriage comes 3 years after Billy Ray filed for divorce but dropped it in an attempt to work things out.
Billy Ray and Tish have been married for 19 years and have 5 children, including, of course, Miley. There’s only one minor child left, Noah Cyrus, who is 13. Tish is asking for full physical and legal custody, with visitation to Billy Ray.
Tish is also asking for spousal support, and she wants him to pay her attorney’s fees. The date of separation is listed as TBD.
Tish tells TMZ, “This is a personal matter and we are working to find a resolution that is in the best interest of our family. We ask that you respect our privacy at this time.”
WHO’S GOT TALENT?!?: TEYANA TAYLOR + THAT BODY = OWWWWWW!!!
Summer Summer Summer Time! G.O.O.D. Music’s first lady Teyana Taylor is not only talented in the throat… She also have this banging body to go with it!
On “Instagram Straight Flexin’”, we find pics of Teyana posing in a black bikini with abs for days. What these pics are for? Not exactly sure but… It does help us take our mind of the fact that Teyana still hasn’t released any official projects.
Oh, Well!!!! Until that happens, we will keep our focus on this
Nice!
AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES
‘Ketchup & Rubber Buns’
Let me show you the buns I don’t want my Subway sub on.
Kerry Washington Covers Parade Mag & Talks Scandal Success
Scandal is my favorite, however, that we are helping Kerry Washington make history, just by watching. Kerry Washington is the first black woman in 40 years to carry a TV drama on a major network. Not only is she carrying it, but she’s number one.
The star of Django, Peeples, and Scandal sits down with Parade Magazine to discuss her acting success, in an interview dubbed The Game Changer:
I knew that in my lifetime I’d never seen it. But it didn’t compute to me that I’d be making history. I just fell in love with the character.
On her work on the controversial film Django Unchained:
I feel like I barely survived Django emotionally. The violence. Hearing the N-word every day. It cost me a lot psychologically, but it was worth it to tell that story.
On her recent work schedule:
I had two days between finishing Django and starting up again on Scandal. It was nuts. That first day back I had to walk across the Rose Garden in heels. I thought, ‘I don’t remember how to walk like Olivia Pope anymore. ‘ I’d been barefoot in the woods for months playing a slave.
On whether, as a member of the President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities, she is aware of President Obama’s view of the show:
I haven’t wanted to ask the president his opinion of the show. But I have lots of friends in the administration who love it. We make D.C. look sexy and exciting.
On her role in the new Tyler Perry-produced romantic comedy Peeples, and knowing when to lighten up:
I’m a goofy person. That’s how I ended up in Peeples. Tyler Perry saw me joking around…and said, ‘I had no idea you were this silly.
Get this week’s issue of Parade to read the full interview
THE FIERCE RETURN OF MARIAH CAREY!
Mariah Carey’s ‘#Beautiful’ Video Receives Premiere Date / Singer Switches Management
Mariah Carey is making many a power play these days.
American Idol may be nearing its end, however the diva extreme is ensuring platform’s perks (see: millions of viewers) works for her.
For, according to new reports, not only will she be performing on the show’s finale, she will also unwrap the video for her hotly anticipated new single.
Details on this and Mimi’s new management situation after the jump…
Showbiz 411 editor and close friend of Carey, Roger Friedman, confirms that the Miguel assisted cut will see its Joseph Kahn directed video unveiled on Idol next Wednesday (May 8th). This will follow the song’s radio premiere and iTunes release two days prior (Monday May 6th).
And while rumors run rampant about show bosses looking to oust her, the evidence is starting to paint an altogether different picture. For, it looks like Idol producers and the singer’s team have paired up to use the clip’s debut as a means to combat what will be a head-to-head duel with rival show The Voice – which will be airing an additional episode the same Wednesday (the NBC show usually airs on Mondays).
As the saying goes; anything can happen. However, for now, it appears ol’ Mimi is in the show’s good books.
In other Mariah news, Friedman also reports that she has quietly dissolved her management agreement with friend and fellow Idol judge Randy Jackson. The pair, who remain the closest of friends, blamed the busyness of both of their schedules for the parting.
Mother of two Mimi is now managed by mega-firm Red Light, who by the looks of things have done a stellar job thus far (see: GMA Summer Concert Series, Idol premiere/performances, and more). Look out for her as yet untiled LP sometime between June and July.
"R&B Divas" Host Dueling Premiere Parties!
Dueling "R&B Divas" premiere parties went down in Atlanta recently. It was Team Newbies vs. Team Vets. So it's already apparent how this season turned out.First up were the newbies (plus 1 vet, Syleena Johnson) at Harlem Nights. The turnout was low since many people were at rival Nicci Gilbert's party at the Museum Bar. But as more people began to file in, the premiere episode kicked off.
Latavia Roberson, who showed off her growing baby bump, made her way to Harlem Nights and posed it up with the show's star Syleena Johnson and 702's Meelah Johnson who's looking cute these days.
Newbie chicks LaTocha Scott & Angie Stone looked great as they popped up to celebrate their premiere episode. Is it just us or does Angie just seem like she's already over this ish?
And speaking of Syleena, during the first episode, no time is wasted getting to the drama and the diva antics between her and Nicci Gilbert. Hence, the separate parties.
Last season, Nicci did not introduce Syleena for her performance and Syleena is still upset about it. So now that all the ladies are trying to go on tour together, they can barely get together for a meeting because of all the egos and shade being thrown. And Syleena even kicked Nicci out of her house.
LaTocha Scott's sister, and former Xcsape member, Tamika Scott is pregnant. And she showed off that baby bump looking like she was about to pop.
Producer Phil Thornton came out to support the ladies too. Syleena's looking great these days.
Cute dress.
Over at the Museum Bar for Nicci Gilbert's party:
Nicci looked nice and so did KeKe Wyatt.
"Love & Hip Hop ATL" co-star Ariane hit up the event to support her fellow reality stars.
And so did Erica Dixon.
Really wish Erica would realize how smart and gorge she really is...and wouldn't continue to deal with the pettiness. She snapped some pics with singer Dondria.
"LAHH ATL" newbies Traci Steele & her baby's daddy DJ Baby Drew were there.
Michael Jai White came out the woodwork.
Tony Terry came out from the woodwork BEHIND the woodwork and kicked it with Peter Bailey. Where's HE been?
KeKe Wyatt's husbandger and mom posed it up.
And Egypt and her hubby made an appearance.
This season is going to be HOTT!
Mila Kunis Voted Number #1 In FHM’s Sexiest Women In The World Poll!!!
This year’s FHM sexiest women in the world results have just been released, with Black Swan beauty Mila Kunis in first place. Last year’s controversial winner, Tulisa Contostavlos has dropped down to a dismal 11 after topping the poll last year in a move that surprised many celeb watchers.
Mila Kunis is an obvious choice for the title and FHM editor Dan Jude said that not only is she a natural beauty, she also has a great sense of humour and isn’t afraid to poke fun at herself. She is officially considered the perfect girlfriend and it seems that readers around the world agree. Gwyneth Paltrow was recently voted the world’s most beautiful women, but Mila is definitely the sexiest according to the FHM reader’s poll. With her stunning dark hair, high cheekbones and dynamite body, this year’s choice is definitely nowhere near as controversial and out there as last year’s winner.
Mila is dating Demi Moore’s ex, Ashton Kutcher and her laid back, sexy style has made her exceptionally popular with guys across the globe. She’s often been caught on camera enjoying basketball games with Ashton and guys see her as the kind of girl they can take anywhere and who is up for anything, and probably spends her evening watching sport or gaming at a top site like http://www.ipadcasino.com.au. Mila’s relaxed, carefree attitude makes her even sexier and her roles in movies like Friends with Benefits, Ted and Oz: The great and Powerful have shown off her talents in more ways than one.
Mila beat 99 other babes, including Rihanna who came in at number #2 and Helen Flanagan in number #3 to grab the top spot. She took the crown from the Brits for the first time in 4 years and blew the UK crowd to 3rd place. Her smoldering good looks and fun, easy going attitude seems to add to her sexiness and she is the most-in demand Hollywood star right now. She is issue free, uncomplicated and an absolute bombshell, successful in her career and was the star of last year’s highest grossing comedy. Mila is pretty much the perfect candidate for the FHM title and it seems that the world agrees.
Ciara Barely Back On The Top 40 Charts With ‘Body Party’
Ciara is back on the Billboard Top 40 barely with her latest single Body Party. When I first saw the video for Body Party, I knew Ciara was back!!! Turns out talking about her relationship with Future and her beef with Rihanna works in her favor. According to Singersroom, Ciara’s Body Party debuted at #35: Congrats!
The R&B songstress has landed a Top 40 single with “Body Party,” her first since 2009′s “Love Sex Magic” by way of Justin Timberlake and 2006′s “Like A Boy” as a solo artist. The lead single from her self-titled forthcoming fifth studio album debuted at #35 this week on the Billboard Hot 100.
Speaking of Future, during an interview with Nessa from MTV Jams, Ciara claims that Future is her FIRST! Her first what trip to McDonalds?
TLC Release First Bio-Pic Snap
Peep this shot pulled from the forthcoming TLC biopic, showcasing Lil Mama, Keke Palmer and Drew Sidora as the icon R&B trio.
Just released, the TV movie’s snap comes courtesy of the group’s surviving members T-Boz and Chilli who serve as the flick’s chief consultants, overseeing the hotly anticipated project.
So, let us know…
What do you think of the pic?
SPEAKING OUT: Floyd Mayweather's EX-Josie Harris OPENS UP About BEING Assaulted & Their Dysfunctional RELATIONSHIP
Josie Harris, the woman whom Floyd Mayweather was convicted of assaulting in 2010, is speaking out about their dysfunctonal relationship and the 2010 incident that sent him to jail for three monthsIn a lengthy article published by Yahoo! Sports, Josie Harris breaks her silence about being assaulting by boxing champ Floyd Mayweather, the father of her three children.
Josie said she's speaking out to combat reports from Floyd's camp that have claimed that he never inflicted physical harm on her and that their was no violence. However, Josie provided a doctor's report, a handwritten statement from one of the couple's children and an a police report that present a different case. Josie also discussed Floyd's love of money and his gambling issue. Here are the highlights:
On Physical Abuse from the incident -
“Did he beat me to a pulp?... No, but I had bruises on my body and contusions and [a] concussion because the hits were to the back of my head. I believe it was planned to do that because the bruises don't show."
On Floyd's “very risky” gambling -
“His ever-increasing fight purses have also been a means to facilitate his love for a bet, with former business partner Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson telling of $250,000 wagers on the halftime scores of NFL games,” Rodgers writes. “Harris has stories that even outrank that, like when she went to the M Casino to drop off a bag containing $700,000 in cash to settle one of Mayweather's bets.”
On Floyd's associates -
"He has told me people have stolen from him, his house was robbed and they thought it was an inside job," The people who are just leeching on; I didn't like that. I wanted Floyd to run his business like a company…You [should] clock in and clock out and get a salary, not, 'I'm going to buy you a Rolex or a car.' Is it a charity? A very lucky-ass charity. They are getting an extreme donation.”
It’s Confirmed: Usher Raymond to Play Sugar Ray Leonard In New Film!
Congrats to Usher Raymond! For months, there’s been speculation that the Grammy-winning singer would be playing Sugar Ray Leonard in a new film. And this week, the rumors were confirmed. The 34-year-old singer is playing the legendary boxer in “Hands of Stone,” a new boxing film about the great brawler Roberto Duran. Usher is preparing to play Leonard — a fighter with fast hands, smooth feet and a wide smile — for more than a year and still needs to lose nearly 25 pounds before shooting begins in October.
The movie is based on Duran, a world champion in four weight divisions over a career that spanned five decades. Duran, whose nickname was “Hands of Stone,” rose from the slums of Panama to defeat an unbeaten Leonard in 1980 and claim the WBC welterweight title, only to lose the rematch several months later in the infamous “no mas” fight. Usher confirmed his excitement in playing the new role:
“You couldn’t find a more stylized boxer than Sugar Ray Leonard. He was an incredible motion guy, the way he moved around the ring, and I think my dancing will make it easier for me to pick up his moves. I’ve been working on familiarizing myself with the ring, sparring and just understanding how to move in the ring.”
Usher said the rivalry between Leonard and Duran was one of the most exciting and unforgettable in sports.
“It’s an incredible story to be told. The metaphor of determination and struggle is one we can all relate to. He had such incredible discipline, and he was flashy and classy at the same time. I want to be as passionate and dedicated in preparing for this role as he was every time he stepped into the ring.”
The cast also includes Robert De Niro as Duran’s Hall of Fame trainer, Ray Arcel. Edgar Ramirez, who was recently in “Zero Dark Thirty,” will play Duran.
Amanda Bynes Posts Partial Nudes Twitter
Former child star Amanda Bynes' erratic behavior continues as she posts bizarre partial nudes on Twitter.
Amanda Bynes has been in the news a lot lately and most of it has been surrounding her crazy weight loss goals as well as her seemingly strange attitude. One of her craziest stunts of late being shaving half of her head.
On May 1 Amanda posted atwitpic of her sitting on the bathrrom counter in nothing but ripped tights, black underwear and her half head of long blonde hair.
The caption of the photo says "long hair, don't care." Some of her followers hope that suffers a "nip slip" as she is topless and using only her hair to cover her.
Somebody PLEASE SAVE THIS CHILD!!!
New Music: Busta Rhymes – ‘Twerk It’ (Prod. Pharrell)
Busta Rhymes gives Funk Master Flex the GO, to drop his latest single which is produced by Pharrell Williams.
His long awaited Cash Money debut his due in stores later this Summer. I’m not going to lie, I’m really feel this song….check it out and you be the judge?
Thoughts?
With 9 Costume Changes, Tina Knowles Says Beyonce Changes In 40 Seconds Flat for Mrs. Carter Show!
Mama Tina Knowles, says very little these days. For the most part, we (fans, stans and critics) ocassionally see her in the background, maybe a funny pose or two backstage aware, but very lowkey. What we do know, is that from day one, in some form or fashion, she’s been involved in the creative process of Beyonce. In addition to running ‘House of Dereon’, Mama Tina is involved with Bey’s ‘Mrs. Carter Show‘. In a recent interview with Grazia Daily, she gave some insight on what actually goes on behind the scenes with the mega star’s wardrobe.
Peep a few quotes.
On inspiration for some of her wardrobe on the show:
‘Regal and royal was the theme of the wardrobe. We took a cue from the O2′s commercial which had a queen theme. For the very first scene, Ralph & Russo created these amazing stage outfits because we wanted something over the top and queen-like but modern. They nailed it with the white outfit.’
On Bey’s camp trying to find new designers:
‘It’s been great to work with some amazing designers. Beyonce’s worked with almost every brand and we try to discover new designers too. Ty Hunter and Raquel Smith are Beyonce’s stylists and they’re always in search for new designers to bring in.’
On how Beyonce has mastered quick costume changes and how the team accommodates the rapid speed pace:
‘Beyonce makes nine costume changes so you’re going to have little things that go wrong. You just have to think really quickly because you literally have 30 or 40 seconds to change so she’s become a master at it. The designer pieces are beautiful but the team here put in zippers and hidden openings. There are little secrets we can do and there’s lots of double-sided tape! We practice the quick changes as much as possible but often the outfits aren’t totally settled until the day of the concert. And it’s an ongoing process. Beyonce studies her performances on film and makes changes for two to three weeks during the tour so things can change at any time.’
