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- WHAT COMPETITION? Kendrick Lamar Takes "Control" Of The Charts, Debut Album Goes PLATINUM + Randy Jackson REPLACING Jimmy Iovine On "Idol" + More Shakeups
- SPOTTED: Serena Williams STRUTS Through NYC In A Tight Leather Curvalicious Dress, Rolls To "Letterman" For Late Night
- GIRLS' NIGHT! Kelly Rowland, LaLa, Tae Heckard & Estelle Hit Cecconi's For A Fun Dinner Date!
- RUMOR CONTROL: Beyonce And Jay Z DID NOT Purchase The Chicago Regal Theater
- EXCLUSIVE: Brandy Shoots Down 'Performance At Empty Stadium' Rumor -- "It's All False!"
- OH REALLY? MATERIAL: Drake's "Nothing Was The Same" Album Covers + Mariah Shuts Down Nick Cannon On His Own Show + Wentworth Miller Comes Out As Gay
- SISTERLY BUSINESS: Zoe & Cisely Saldana INK Film Deal With Lionsgate + Rashida & Kidada Jones SELL "Ladyballs" Series to CW
- CELEBS IN NEW YORK: Serena Plays Table Tennis + Ciara's Sidewalk Catwalk + Carmelo's Waterfront Photoshoot
- MAGAZINE FAB: "Electric Lady" Janelle Monae Covers VIBE VIXEN, Calls Herself "Nice & Nasty At The Same Damn Time"
- CONGRATS! LaTavia Roberson Welcomes Baby Girl Lyric
- VEGAS NIGHTS: Chris Brown, Swizz, French Montana & Trina, Rick Ross & More Rock The REEBOK CLASSIC Event + Lala HOSTS Karrueche Tran & Juicy J At VIBE's Daytime Pool Party
- Advice From Married Women PART 1: YBF Talks To "Baggage Claim" Star LaLa Anthony About The Ideal Man, Cheaters, Relationship Boredom & How To Find Real Love
- Beyonce GETS WAVY For Ty Hunter's Birthday Party, Hits Amusement Park Rides At V Festival
| Posted: 22 Aug 2013 08:30 AM PDT Thanks to the controversy his "Control" verse generated, rapper Kendrick Lamar's debut disc good kid, m.A.A.d city has just platinum. Get the deets on Kendrick's success inside and find out about the latest "American Idol" shakeup. Now that his debut LP good kid, m.A.A.d city has gone platinum, rapper Kendrick Lamar may truly be the King of both coasts like he claimed. After his debut disc topped the charts last November (moving 241,000 copies its first week), Kendrick's chart sales remained stable (but relatively quiet) until his explosive verse on Big Sean's "Control" single. Now, first time fans and buyers are taking notice of the young mc. KL called out several of hip hops biggest stars on his now infamous verse that went a little something like this in case you've been under a rock:
Everyone and their dog has resonded in a clap back track, except for those actually named. In hindsight, those words seem prophetic. In an age where it's rare that an album goes platinum, even months after the release, Kendrick has reach that goal in under a year. Perhaps he is the king?
In other music news.... We've been following the "American Idol" casting shakeup for a few months now, and there are new changes to report! As it stands, we know Keith Urban will be returning to his seat (he survived the Mariah Carey/Nicki Minaj debacle) and it's pretty certain that Jennifer Lopez will make a comeback to replace Mariah. But in this week's surprise shakeup, former "AI" judge Randy Jackson has been selected to return as a mentor on the show, replacing music exec Jimmy Iovine. So who'll being joining Keith and J Lo on the panel? So far....top music producer Dr. Luke tops everyone's list to win the final seat. Not so impressive so far, but we'll keep you posted.
Photos Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images North America  |
| Posted: 22 Aug 2013 07:39 AM PDT Tennis champion Serena Williams was spotted in midtown Manhattan yesterday. Find out what television show she taped inside, and see how she spent her ASS-tastic day in NYC. Yesterday, Serena Williams, who's ranked number one in women's singles tennis, was spotted leaving the Ed Sullivan theatre after taping an interview for "Late Show with David Letterman" (airing tonight on CBS at 11:35p ET). Chick turned heads in a body hugging sleeveless leather dress which she paired with black-and-white with gold embellishment stilettos. And refrained from bumping the kid fans out the way with that donk. Not even mad. Earlier in the day, Serena played table tennis with Iman Shumpert at Madison Square Park for an event sponsored by Delta. We're sure Serena practiced a few new tricks as she's preparing to advance to the Western & Southern Open singles championship for the first time in her career. She'll play against second-seeded Victoria Azarenka during the finals at the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason.
Good luck 'Rena! Photos via Splash  |
| GIRLS' NIGHT! Kelly Rowland, LaLa, Tae Heckard & Estelle Hit Cecconi's For A Fun Dinner Date! Posted: 22 Aug 2013 06:59 AM PDT Now this is a girls' night out dinner date. Besties LaLa Anthony & Kelly Rowland had singer Estelle and actress/model Tae Heckard (who is also Nelly's main chick) join them for a fun dinner at the posh Cecconi's in Beverly Hills last night. Pics of the fab chicks inside... These gorgeous ladies have been working hard at their respective new projects, at the gym and beyond, so its only right they reward themselves with a girls' night out:
Baggage Claim star LaLa was spotted looking cute in floral and striped trim pants with a cropped black tee and black pumps as she said her goodbyes to good friend Estelle and Ms. Rowland. And we spotted fab chick Tae Heckard of "The Game" cheesin' it up in the background as well in her soft pink pants and midriff baring mesh top :
Kelly Rowland kept it comfy in a sweatshirt-style skirt, a ribbed white tank, a fanny pack and heels and made that ish look sexy. Of course she did. Those fitness DVDs she's been releasing are clearly doing some wonderful things. And the hot "Kisses Down Low" singer took some time to sign some autographs too. Never too busy for her fans. Loves it.
BONUS: If you haven't yet heard Estelle's brand new island inspired track called "Be In Love" ft. Jeremih, check it below: The song appears on her upcoming second of three EP's, Waiting To Exhale: Love & Happiness Vol. 2. Photos: Splash/INF  |
| RUMOR CONTROL: Beyonce And Jay Z DID NOT Purchase The Chicago Regal Theater Posted: 22 Aug 2013 06:18 AM PDT Hold your horses! Rumors that Beyonce and Jay Z purchased the historical New Regal Theater in Chicago have been proven false. Find out more about this story inside and get the deets on a very good cause that Jay Z is involved in....... This week, a report claiming Beyonce and Jay Z had purchased Chicago's iconic yet troubled Regal Theater for $250K in order to save it gained lots of traction on the web. But now, a source close to the theater (which has gone under contract) has confirmed to NBC News Chicago that Bey and Jay ARE NOT the new owners. In other Jay Z news, The Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation (which we told you about a few months ago) has been receiving great feedback from academic authorities who've praised the organization for extending study abroad opportunities to underserved students. While many folks (mainly Harry Belafonte) took issue with Jay Z saying "My presence is charity", it should be noted that Jay aka Shawn Carter is involved in many philanthropic efforts that his fans and critics may be unaware of. In fact, Diverse Issues in Higher Education reports that last year, the Shawn Carter Foundation financed 188 scholarships in addition to four study abroad scholarships through the Gilman scholars program with the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. So the next time someone accuses Bey and Jay (and any YBF celeb for that matter as not all good deeds get a press release) of not giving back to their community....please tell them to have several seats.
Photo via Beyonce's Tumblr  |
| EXCLUSIVE: Brandy Shoots Down 'Performance At Empty Stadium' Rumor -- "It's All False!" Posted: 22 Aug 2013 05:03 AM PDT On Wednesday, reports circulated the net in regards to Brandy giving a concert at a stadium in South Africa that seats 90,000. And reports falsely spread the rumor that only 40 fans showed up.
We spoke to members of Brandy's team for an exclusive statement, and we've got it inside.... A certain internet site concocted a rumor slamming Brandy Norwood's capabilities of filling a concert venue. Once an actual credible site picked up the story, the rumor spread like wildfire. We decided to ask the source what went down to get to the bottom of it. And we were told the entire story is false. With an exclusive statement to TheYBF.com to explain, Brandy's rep emphasized this will be her first and last time addressing the online reports:
The statement continues,
So, there you have it. Next up for B. Rocka -- She just hit the studio with producer Mike Will Made It (Ciara, Jay-Z, Kelly Rowland) last week and she's headlining Musicalize in London on September 24th at Indigo2.
Photo: Pacific Coast News  |
| Posted: 21 Aug 2013 09:23 PM PDT Drake just released the....interesting...covers for his upcoming Nothing Was The Same album. And they're interesting to say the least. Plus other ish that had us saying Oh Really? Mariah shuts down her husband on his own show and Wentworth Miller comes out as gay.... With one album featuring grown-up Drake with a fresh shape up and gold chains, and the other a pictue of a cutesy baby Drake with a 'fro and an afro pick, folks have been talking about Drizzy's NWTS album covers all evening. The cartoonesque pics were created by the same designer who did MJ's Michael album, Kadir Nelson. The album drops September 24th (a week later than scheduled) and the Toronto emcee will feature Hov, Lil Wayne and more on his third studio album. By the way, Drizzy isn't the first to make a stylized baby pic his album cover. Biggie's Ready To Die, Nas' illmatic, and Lil Wayne's Tha Carter III all had the same concept. In case you need to be reminded who wears the pants in the Carey-Cannon household, Mariah just sashayed her divaness onto Nick Cannon's MTV2 "Wild N Out" stage. And shut him down on his own show. During the improv-style show, Nick and his co-stars were playing a game called "Let Me Holla". And as Nick got his flirt on with the ladies, MiMi popped her leather-clad ass up from backstage with two big bodyguards in tow. And told Nick, “I will shut all this shit down!” Yasssss MiMi. Nick's only reply? “I know, I’m sorry.” Ha. Gotta love them.
And for the shocker of the day....Former "Prison Break" star Wentworth Millercame out as gay. Yep, the man we've had a crush on for eons and who is actually half black. Well, who the F knew this? Apparently, no one. Beause 41-year-old Wentworth surprised most when he posted a letter on GLAAD's website explaining that he refuses to travel to Russia due to their government's recent horrific actons and attitude toward gay citizens. He stated:
Even the GLAAD spokesperson, Wilson Cruz, applauded Miller's stance saying:
Do you boo. And fab job with taking a stand. Photos: Getty/Drake  |
| Posted: 21 Aug 2013 05:05 PM PDT The Saldana sisters and the Jones girls are two sister acts that are making big moves in Hollywood. Find out about their new projects inside.... Imternational movie star Zoe Saldana and sister Cisely Saldana have inked a first-look deal (via their production company Saldana Productions) with Lionsgate Entertainment 's Pantelion Films (which will be a Latino-focused Hollywood studio). Zoe, who has signed on for three more Avatar films as well as the lead role in Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy spoke to THR about the deal saying, "We look forward to a fruitful and productive relationship with Pantelion."
In other big Hollywood moves..... Rashida Jones and her older sister, Kidada Jones have sold a new tv series, "Ladyballs" to the CW. So what's the series about? According to The Hollywood Reporter,
Rashida Jones and Will McCormack will co-executive produce the potential series while Kara Taylor (author of Prep School Confidential) will write the script and also co-executive produce. Also, Kidada Jones will make her debut as a producer.
The Randomness: 1. Actress Cybil Shepard was spotted filming a Trayvon Martin-inspired episode of "Law & Order". Story. 2. Actor Omari Hardwick has landed the lead in Starz’s drama series "Power." Story.
Photos via Wire Image/Getty  |
| Posted: 21 Aug 2013 03:36 PM PDT Celebs have been taking over NYC with a little bit of work and a little bit of play. We've got pics of a sexy Ciara doing what she does best--strut the sidewalk catwalk, plus Carmelo Anthony rocking a photoshoot and Serena Williams getting hounded by fabs during a table tennis game!
Ciara was spotted in this beaded nude sexy ensemble today while leaving NBC TV studios following an appearance on 'New York Live':
The "Body Party" hottie is still on a promo kick for her new Ciara album that dropped a little while ago. And she even gave her fans a video of herself teaching a media friend how to do her signature Body Pop: Work it out then. And here's her interview on "Good Day NY Live":
Elsewhere in Manhattan today, tennis champ Serena Williams went the smaller tennis route and played a little table tennis against surprise celebs. And it was all for a little fun and games to celebrate the Delta Open in Madison Square Park: She was mauled by fans as she arrived in a pilot's hat and leggings. And then things got serious. Y'all know she takes no prisoners, ever:
And she even partnered up with NY Knicks baller (and Elle Varner's man) Iman Shumpert. Fun times.
And on the waterfront in Manhattan: NY Knicks star Carmelo Anthony was busy shooting a new photoshoot, likely for his own Nike branded clothing:
A few fans interrupted for some autographs and he didn't mind. How sweet! And ugh he's so cute...
The Randomness: 1. Omar Gooding, former host of "Wild & Crazy Kids" and Cuba Gooding, Jr.'s brother, just got popped for DUI. STORY
Photos: Splash, Ciara's IG  |
| Posted: 21 Aug 2013 03:14 PM PDT Singer Janelle Monae covers the latest issue of VIBE VIXEN where she dishes on her upcoming album The Electric Lady. And why she's so nice & nasty....at the same time.... Singer Janelle Monae, who just released her "Primetime" single featuring Miguel, covers the latest issue of Vibe Vixen where she dishes on her upcoming album The Electric Lady (September 10). Inside, she described what it means to be an "Electric Lady" saying, "An electric lady is quirky, unafraid, epic and ‘nicety’—that’s when you’re being nice and nasty, noble and naughty, all at the same damn time.”
When discussing how how life has changed since she entered the music business, Janelle said, “I’ve evolved. When you realize it’s your responsibility to be a leader and create the world that you want to see, you have to do it. It’s my responsibility to create music and come up with ideas that keep my community first.” And about her love life, which she rarely opens up about....she's only focused on her music. But she DID give what her ideal man would be like:
Janelle has also announced her North American tour dates: Oct. 13: Philadelphia, PA (Electric Factory) See Cover Girl spokeswoman Janelle's gorgeous photoshoot below:
On having kids: “When the time is right, everything is about timing. But, right now I’m giving birth to this album.”
On being an artist: “I was inspired to create a female rock star. I think an electric lady isn’t to be marginalized. As the narrator and creator of these characters, I have lived by not making myself a slave to my own interpretations of who I am or a slave to your interpretations or anybody’s interpretations of who I am.” Here Here Janelle!
Photography by Erin Patrice O’Brien / Styling by Maeve Reilly / Hair by Caprice Green / Makeup by Saisha Beecham  |
| CONGRATS! LaTavia Roberson Welcomes Baby Girl Lyric Posted: 21 Aug 2013 02:52 PM PDT Former Destiny's Child group member LaTavia Roberson just welcomed her first baby into the world. Check out how she made the announcement inside...
Just hours ago, singer and upcoming author and reality star Latavia Roberson delivered a brand new bouncing baby girl in Atlanta, just 2 weeks after her big baby shower (pictured above). LaTavia posted the below with a smile to announce the news to her fans: Awww. She and her baby's father Don Vito have named her Lyric. And we can't wait to see her! Congrats to the new parents! P.S. LaTavia's fellow ATL celeb friend Rasheeda also gave birth today to a baby boy named Karter.
Photos: LaTavia's Twitter  |
| Posted: 21 Aug 2013 02:10 PM PDT Monday night, Reebok Classic threw a star-studded concert at the Project Trade Show in Las Vegas featuring Travi$ Scott, French Montana, Tyga, Swizz Beatz, Rick Ross, Chris Brown & more. See pics inside and get the deets on VIBE's daytime pool party with Lala Anthony and Karrueche Tran....
On Monday night, Reebok Classic a huge concert/party at the Project Trade Show during Majic in Las Vegas. Held at the Rain Nightclub at the Palms Hotel, the show featured top-notch pyrotechnics and lighting as Travi$ Scott, French Montana, Tyga and Swizz Beatz headlined. Chris Brown (shown above with Tyga) was a special guest. We hope Chris isn't violating his probation with whatever he's got in that cup! Karrueche Tran was also there to support Chris. She clearly had a good time tweeting, "Vegas is draining.. Goooooooodnight" Tyga, who posed with Swizz Beatz, performed his hits "Faded", "Rack City" and "Dope". And his baby moms Blac Chyna was on vacay with her bestie in Cabo. French Montana hit the stage with Swizz Beatz for "Pop That" and "Ocho Cinco". Rapper Rick Ross was also in the building, hitting the stage to perform “Stay Schemin" his Jay Z track “F*ckWithMeYouKnowIGotIt,” and “I’m A Boss".
Rick also posed with Miami native (and French Montana's girlfriend) Trina. Y'all already know she was there. It's funny seeing Rick Ross at a Reebok event since the brand publically dropped him over this "U.O.E.N.O" lyrics. But we guess a check is a check.....
The last special guest to hit the stage was Chris Brown, who rocked the mic with Tyga, Rick Ross, French Montana, and Swizz Beatz. He closed the show by performing "Beat It."
Also in Las Vegas yesterday......
LaLa Anthony hosted VIBE Magazine's 20th year anniversary party at TAO.
She rocked a Sass & Bide dress with Charlotte Olympia platform wedges for the event. Then, the hostess with the mostess treated VIP party guests to Sprayground back packs that included Sol Republic headphones, custom VIBE 20th New Era hats and Civil apparel. The mag's private daytime pool party wwas followed by an afterparty at the House of Blues.
Karrueche Tran was also spotted at the pool party. She and Lala were overheard hashing it out about their favorite VIBE covers with Editor-In-Chief Jermaine Hall. And later, rappers Juicy J and Talib Kweli hit the stage at The House Of Blues afterparty.
Photos via Rick Williams/VIBE  |
| Posted: 21 Aug 2013 11:49 AM PDT LaLa Anthony is a married woman who has a piece of advice or two for single women...and those in relationships themselves. And with her role in the upcoming romantic comedy Baggage Claim, she's giving her own take on how to find the true love of your life....and how to test his loyalty to you.
Check out our interview with the fab actress, makeup creator, reality star, mom & wife inside... Recently at the press event for David E. Talbert's Baggage Claim at the Four Seasons in L.A., we caught up with LaLa Anthony, who looked fab in a Givenchy top and a sexy Helmut Lang skirt with Gionbe Del Rossi shoes, about everything women love to chat about: Finding "the one", checking his ass when necessary, juggling kids fabulously while being a working mom, and what to do when the passion runs out of a long relationship. Oh, and we found out about her first meeting with her friend Kim Kardashian's baby North West. The "Full Court Life" star (and author of the upcoming relationship book The Love Playbook) has been with her hubby Carmelo Anthony for a total of 10 years, so she's giving us real advice straight from the married woman tip. Soak it up below... Tell us about your character: How did you come into this role? What are your traveling essentials? What's the secret to traveling with children? Has your son Kiyan ever embarrassed you on a flight? Who from the cast would be your ultimate travel buddy? What is your description of the Ideal man? How far would you go to see if your man was faithful? What other projects are you working on right now? What advice would you give to single ladies looking for true love? More kids in the near future? Have you seen baby North West? We noticed a few cliches throughout the film and want your opinion. Agree or Disagree: Do you find that your marriage is lacking in some areas?
Baggage Claim hits theaters September 27th. Part 2 of our Advice From Married Women featurette will be posted tomorrow with LaLa's co-star Paula Patton!
Photo Credit/L.A. Corespondent: Lauren Smith, LaLa's IG  |
| Beyonce GETS WAVY For Ty Hunter's Birthday Party, Hits Amusement Park Rides At V Festival Posted: 21 Aug 2013 10:15 AM PDT Beyonce celebrated the birthday of her long time stylist Ty Hunter last night night and she turned her bob into cute wavy locks. See party pics inside and check out Bey and her dancers hitting up a few amusement park rides during this past weekend's V Festival. Last night, Mrs. Carter (shown above with a fan), cousin Angie Beyince and a group of their friends got together in Manhattan to celebrate the birthday of Bey's stylist Ty Hunter. Bey wore her blonde bob in a wavy style....and we're really feeling this new look on her.
Watch Bey and friends sing "Happy Birthday" to Ty below:
And this past weekend...... Bey and her dancers took a break and hit up a few crazy amusement park rides in between her performances at the V Festival in England. We hope the crew got it in during their "fun" day because a receipt popped up online showing Bey spent over $2,000 on chicken platters from the Nando's Chicken Restaurant in Chelsmford before the crew performed on Saturday night. The chain is obviously one of Bey's favorites as she spent $1,300 there a few months ago during a stop through Dublin. And a few pics from her second day at the Fest:
We're sure you heard about a few fans booing Mrs. Carter for being a few minutes late, but you have to admit, she's worth the wait. And for those who still haven't experienced Mrs. Carter live, don't forget that an extra North American leg has been added. And she'll be tearing it down at the Made In America Festival Labor Day weekend. NEW NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES Nov-30 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena – On Sale Mon. Jul. 8
The Randomness: 1. "True Blood" star Rutina Wesley files for divorce. Story.
Photos via BeyonceLite Twitter/Angiebeyince Instagram/Beyonce's Tumblr  |
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