This was the highest rated premiere for a series on OWN outside of the network’s launch weekend only behind the two hour premiere of “Season 25: Oprah Behind the Scenes” on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011, making it the second highest telecast for the network to date across all key demos.
Well Looky, Looky. Love & Basketball and how to steal a husband; Gabrielle Union & Dwyane Wade Cover The FEBRUARY 2012 Issue Of ESSENCE Magazine
For their LOVE focused February 2012 issue, ESSENCE magazine tapped Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade and his girlfriend, actress Gabrielle Union, for the cover.
While rocking a gorgeous yellow gown, Gabby Union is covering the Love & Basketball issue of ESSENCE with dapper white dinner jacket wearing man over 4 years, Dwyane Wade.
The full-time father of two commented about he and Gabby not rushing into marriage saying:
“We’re not rushing it. Both of us have been married before, and we understand that if we choose to marry again, we want it to be right. We both took failing at marriage hard. The next time it’s gotta be forever…”
The twosome are opening up about their controversial love (i.e., getting together before Dwyane filed divorce papers from wife Siohvaughn Wade) in the issue. And Gabby is set to star in Tyler Perry's upcoming Good Deeds movie, as well as Steve Harvey's Think Like A Man.
Here are some QUOTEABLES from the piece;
Check out the 3 reasons Dwyane says he loves him some Gabby, and what she had to say about marriage,
Seems like everyone has an opinion on whether Dwayne & Gabby should be glorified on the new ESSENCE magazine cover. And it's no secret that controversy sells...and all print publications are in need of serious sales these days.
Essence gave the mainstream folks over at OMG Yahoo some insight into the cover story where the two are dishing their love for each other.
Dwyane, who is 10 years younger than his 38-year-old gorgeous girlfriend, gave 3 reasons why Gabby floats his boat:
"Obviously her smile. It lights up my day … she has a great aura that makes it easy to love her -- and she's hot."
And the Think Like A Man actress gave her thoughts about marriage--after Dwyane explained they are not rushing into anything, especially since both were hurt by previously failed marriages:
"A lot of times celebrity couples get together because it's an easy way to generate press. One person in the spotlight dates another in the spotlight to increase their light. But Dwyane doesn't need any more light and I don't either. We're pretty well lit individually."
Despite the fact these two make a totally hot couple, to say the least, we have a feeling not everybody's going to be on the bandwagon. Essence says about the cover story:
Spend any amount of time with actress GABRIELLE UNION and Miami Heat star DWYANE WADE and it quickly becomes clear that their relationship is nothing like the complicated ties you see on reality TV. The super-hot stars are both on the top of their game professionally and physically—with Union remaining in high demand over the course of her 16-year career and Wade widely regarded as one of the best players in the NBA. But their love has come at a steep price. When the couple’s courtship started, the blogs lit up with rumors and accusations. But love rises above the chatter. That’s how you know it’s real. Here’s their story… (Page 104)
The issue hits stands January 12th. Your thoughts?
KeKe Palmer Hosts Private Movie Screening “Joyful Noise”
KeKe Palmer and Rap Artist “Dat Guy” Pose for a Picture at a Private Screening of the new movie Joyful Noise. This new film stars Queen Latifah as “Vi Rose Hill” aka KeKe’s(Olivia) Momma in this “Inspiring Feel Good” gospel meets comedy meets love story type new film. The movie was filmed in Atlanta. You will see a LOT of familiar faces like Courtney Vance (married to Angela Bassett), Atlanta based Singer 14yr old Ivan Kelley Jr., Dolly Parton and Kirk Franklin.
After the movie there was a Panel/Audience Discussion hosted by 11alive News Anchor Karen Grier. The movie screening brought out some other TV Reality stars such as Towanda Braxton accompanied by her date little Braxton. Check out more pics.
Also the movie will be in theaters on 1/13 next Friday. Please support our Filmmakers and invite your church group out. There are special prizes for church groups www.joyfulnoisegiveaway.com
Crazed Beyonce Stan Stabs Hater
A crazed Beyonce mega stan got into an argument and stabbed someone because they did not know Beyonce and Jay Z were married.
A fight over a music video led to a Garfield Heights man being stabbed outside a Parma apartment on New Year Eve.
Det. Marty Compton of the Parma Police Department tells Fox 8 News that Ronald Deaver, 31, of Parma, was arrested and charged with felonious assault for allegedly stabbing a 48-year-old Garfield Heights man following an argument.
Det. Compton says the fight began because the victim did not know that singer Beyonce's husband is rapper Jay-Z.
An arrest report obtained by Fox 8 News states the alleged stabbing occurred around 11:00 p.m. on December 31, 2011, outside Deaver's apartment on Broadview Road.
Det. Compton says authorities were called following the stabbing and the victim was taken to a local hospital. He was later transferred to MetroHealth Medical Center where he is currently listed in good condition.
Police attempted to locate Deaver at his apartment, but according to the report, a woman in the residence, Jennifer Fornari, 31, told officers that Deaver no longer lived there.
Deaver was located by police a short time later and Fornari was arrested on an obstructing justice charge.
Jason Derulo Fractures Neck During Tour Rehearsal
‘Don’t Wanna Go Home‘ will certainly be the last thing Floridian hitmaker Jason Derulo will be singing after this recent accident left him injured. Taking to Twitter moments ago to lend the announcement, the chart-topper has set the net abuzz with the revelation of a neck injury incurred during rehearsal for his upcoming tour:
Always good to see the young crooner is in good spirits. With his aptly titled ‘Future History’ becoming just that a short time after its release, Derulo’s forthcoming trek would certainly bid well in extending its short shelf life.
Set for the road on a European tour from February to late March (with a reported Australian tour shortly to follow), here’s wishing Mr. Derulo a swift recovery and hope his dancing shoes are dusted off soon to resume doing what he does best.
Jill Scott Shows Off Her Old College Self,
Wonder what Jill Scott was like back in her college days? Well now that she's turning 40 this year, she's reflecting on her past. Check out the pic she tweeted inside.
Fab chick Jill Scott spent New Year's Day reflecting on her past.
She turns 40 April 4, so she decided to post a pic of her and her then-boyfriend during her days at Temple University. Cute pic
Chad & Evelyn’s Wedding CALLED OFF…DUE TO INFIDELITY?
He is famed for his gregarious nature and flamboyant personality.
But it seems NFL star Chad Ochocinco may have been too outgoing for his own good, after it was claimed his wedding had been postponed because he had been cheating.
The popular New England Patriots wide receiver's Basketball Wives star fiance Evelyn Lozada recently confronted Ocho after she became suspicious about his behavior, according to TMZ.
And when she failed to be convinced by his answer, she decided to call off the wedding.
They were set to be married in the summer, but Evelyn has put the brakes on the plan, though she did not go as far as officially cancelling it.
In addition, the couple were supposed to begin shooting their new reality show in three weeks, but this plan is also now on ice.
VH1 have been waiting to film a programme featuring the run-up to their nuptials since November 2010, and their lengthy wait could now prove to be fruitless.
The pair were keeping tight-lipped about any split on Twitter, though the NFL star, whose original surname Jackson, did allude to a bust-up.
He said: 'What does it mean when the person closest to you bestfriend/girlfriend/boyfriend don't get you anything for a holiday or birthday?'
And Evelyn seemed to be defiant today when she tweeted: 'When You're in A Relationship "You" Becomes "Us" I becomes "We" and They Become "HATERS"'
She later said: 'My day has been interesting to say the least.'
Chad's agent Robert Bailey said: 'I don't know anything about that.'
Evelyn representatives have yet to comment on the revelations.
Flamboyant Chad is noted for his outrageous personality.
Jennifer Hudson Graces ‘Good Housekeeping’ and says her son’s doesn’t know The Fat Jennifer!
Amidst speculation of a split, ‘And I Am Telling You’ Jennifer Hudson has seen her name atop many-a-headline for recently (re)confirming wedding plans to professional wrestler David Otunga. Besides confirming that the wedding is indeed still on, Hudson hasn’t been telling much else. But, while keeping mum on that topic, there’s info on one subject, as evidenced by February 2012′s ‘Good Housekeeping’, no one can keep the singer from humming about – her weight loss.
But check this out. She recently revealed her young son does not recognize photos of her when she was overweight.
The star has lost 80 pounds with Weight Watchers and exercise and is now just a U.S. size six.
Saying that the new her 'feels like a doll that I get to dress up', she also admits the old her is a mystery to her two-year-old son David Jr.
'He's never known me overweight,' she told Good Housekeeping magazine. 'If he sees a clip of the old Jennifer from Dreamgirls, he doesn't know who it is.' Neither do we….LOL!
The-Dream Speaks On Why He Can’t Produce For Ciara & His Success As An Artist
The-Dream‘s recent interview Tim Westwood seems to be the gift that keeps giving.
For, after revealing in part one how much he made for penning Rihanna’s ‘Umbrella’, part two seems the singer-songwriter open up about why he can no longer work with R&B star Ciara, as well as his thoughts on his own success as an artist.
Check out his comments after the jump…
On why he can’t work with Ciara: “I have a contract under Def Jam so it’s only certain people I work with. [The executives] were real smart by putting that in there, I made them pay for it.”
On R. Kelly’s influence: “He held it down. I don’t think this generation of R&B would be at this particular stage without that. R. Kelly was doing it in a hip-hop-dominated culture,” he says, adding, “But we all gotta go down.”….whatever that means.
On his success as a recording artist: “I don’t really care about the million album sales. I don’t really care about the number ones because I do those things writing for everybody else, so I can just stay in this spot and I’m comfortable selling 500k and under. Everybody wants to go pop, I don’t.”
On why Rated R is one of Rihanna’s best albums: “That was right after Good Girl Gone Bad. She could of went up and went more pop, but she regressed and went down back into it.”
With Dream’s deal at Def Jam not being recent, one has to assume mega-stars such as Beyonce are exempt from any such restrictions on who he’s able to write for. For, ultimately, the stipulations surrounding who he can work with boil down to the age old battle between Universal Music (where Def Jam is housed) and Sony Music (where acts such as Ciara and Beyonce call home).
Whatever the case, it’s doubtful anyone in the equation is losing any sleep; Dream will stay counting his coins, Ciara supporters needn’t worry about his nightmare numbers for her, and Ciara herself can focus on working with folk who actually bring out the best in her (see: Soundz, Infinity, Darkchild, and Polow Da Don). I still think Jazzy Pha was the best thing ever happened for her!
Sidenote: It’s great he understands approximately no one is checking for his own material. Still, his redundant riddims aren’t hurting anyone. So as long as he keeps up serving up that good-good for everyone else, we’re good. I guess?
Black Church Given Ownership of an old KKK Building
A black church, New Beginnings Baptist Church, is the owner of a building that was used as a KKK museum, “The Redneck Shop”.
It was a long legal battle. The interesting and also controversial end was ruled by a judge. According to sources, the ownership of the building was given to Rev. David Kennedy in 1997 by a Klansman who was fighting with others inside the group. The original ownership included John Howard, a KKK grand dragon for the Carolinas. Howard thought he would be able to legally operate his store inside the building for as long as he wanted.
After trying for years to have the property inspected, the Church finally took it to court back in 2008, three years prior to finally being ruled in their favor.
In this regard, Kennedy said that it has been a long time coming. “We knew we had done everything right. … The court knows that we have suffered,” he added. He also said that some of his congregation members are afraid to stand up for racial justice. Kennedy said to have told them that it was part of their faith to endure.
AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES
“My Cute Man”
Really? That’s the man of your dreams? He must screw like a champ to hold that type of power over you, because from my viewpoint he looks too fugly to do telemarketing. Dream big kids!
