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July 29, 2010
"Edi Gathegi On Deck For X-Men: First Class"
Best known as soft-spoken vampire Laurent in “Twilight” and “New Moon,” the actor has just joined the growing cast of “X-Men: First Class,” according to E! Online. Gathegi is set to play Darwin, the first “biracial mutant,” who has the power of “reactive evolution.” (In human-speak, it means he can adapt to any situation or environment.) “For example, toss him in water, he grows gills. Drop him off somewhere in the middle of the night and he’ll develop night vision,” the website’s Gregory Imler writes. “And don’t bother trying to burn him…His skin will just become fire retardant.” Edi joins James McAvoy, Alice Eve (“She’s Out of Your League”), Michael Fassbender (“Inglourious Basterds”) and Aaron Johnson (“Kick-Ass”) in the Matthew Vaughn-directed film, due in theaters next summer.
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"Sold, For 5.5 Million:Dame Dash Condo Auctioned Off "
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"50 Cent Speaks With The Ladies Of The View "
50 Cent shocked fans in May when photos of him 50 pounds lighter were leaked on his ThisIs50.com website. Well, you probably know by now, it was done for a film role. Hollywood is a big part of Fif's career these days, and recently appeared on "The View" to discuss his transition into Tinsel Town. During the interview, the rapper discusses several film roles, how his drug dealer past has helped with certain ones, and why he chose to remove his tattoos. Peep The Interview below.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:39am | link
"Chris Tucker Owes The Feds Some Loot"
The Internal Revenue Service is after Chris Tucker for over $11 million in back taxes, according to documents filed Tuesday with the L.A. County Recorder’s Office. The film star is revealed to owe $11,571,909.26 in federal taxes for the years 2001, 2002 and 2004 through 2006:
2001 — $4,007,794.34
2002 — $5,060,074.23
2004 — $55,544.84
2005 — $660,414.94
2006 — $1,788,080.91
The State of California has already filed a lien against Tucker for allegedly not paying $3,594,409 in state taxes over the same time span.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:35am | link
July 28, 2010
"Common Lands A Roll On The Small Screen"
Rapper-actor Common is moving from film to television with his first TV role in AMC’s pilot “Hell on Wheels.” The show is described as a contemporary western that centers on the building of the Transcontinental Railroad. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Common will play Elam, a freed slave who goes West to work on the railroad and find his place in the world. As a half black, half white man, he does not completely belong to either world. Common — whose real name is Lonnie Lynn — recently appeared in the movies “Just Wright” and “Date Night.”
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"Old Spice Guy Joins Horrible Bosses"
Isaiah Mustafa, the former NFL player whose fame skyrocketed as “The Man Your Man Could Smell Like,” has just been cast opposite Jennifer Aniston and Jason Bateman in Warner Bros. upcoming comedy “Horrible Bosses.” The film follows three friends who conspire to murder their awful bosses for standing in the way of their happiness. Mustafa will portray a police officer.“It’s a smaller role, but who wouldn’t want to be in one of these funny, irreverent comedies?” Mustafa tells the Hollywood Reporter. “The cast is great. I’m playing a cop because I play these authoritative characters well. I don’t know exactly who I’m in the scene with — maybe Jennifer Aniston.” The casting in “Horrible Bosses” follows parts in Tyler Perry’s “For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow Is Enuf,” as well as an upcoming guest spot on NBC’s action-comedy “Chuck.”
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"Kanye Shows Up At Facebook HQ"
Kanye West has been randomly popping up at different places around the world as of late. He was spotted at Lebron James' NBA announcement, visiting King Tut's great-grandmother, onstage with Jay-Z in the UK, and now at Facebook headquarters. Yesterday (July 27), the 'Ye surfaced at Facebook's headquarters in Palo Alto, California, and performed four songs -- off his upcoming album, Good Ass Job -- for employees in their cafeteria. According to Rap-Up.com, the rapper performed "Mama's Boyfriend," "Lost in the World," "Chain Heavy," and "Sweat on My Face."
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"T.O. Signs With The Bengals "
Terrell Owens, likely the most talented unemployed athlete in all of sport, signed a one-year deal with the Cincinnati Bengals. The deal is worth $4 million total, with $2 million guaranteed. On his Twitter page, fellow Bengals receiver Chad Ochocinco made the announcement to his fans: "My homeboy is a Bengal all our games have been moved to pay-per-view." TO is now 36- years old, and the Bengals are the sixth team for whom he's played. Playing together with Ochocinco represents an intriguing and potentially deadly combination of receivers. This adds to the firepower from the signing of Antonio Bryant in March. Owens is taking a paycut from his last gig with the Buffalo Bills. The Bills paid Owens $6.25 million with a $4 million signing bonus.
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July 27, 2010
"Rihanna On Deck For Battleship"
Rihanna will take her first step into Hollywood with a role in director Peter Berg's science-fiction-tinged board-game adaptation, "Battleship." There's no word on how her character factors into the story, but Variety confirms that the "Love the Way You Lie" singer is joining the cast that already includes Taylor Kitsch and Alexander Skarsgård, who play brothers and naval officers assigned to a multinational task force charged with repelling alien invaders. Also cast is Tadanobu Asano, who is perhaps best known for his leading roles in "Ichi the Killer" and Genghis Khan biopic "Mongol." Shooting for Battleship is expected to start soon, with a planned release on May 25, 2012.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:19am | link
"Wyclef For President Of Haiti?"
Rumors of the former Fugees frontman flirting with politics have been rampant ever since last year's earthquake in his native Haiti in which his organization, Yele Haiti was on the frontlines of aid. And now, reports the Associated Press, Jean's family says he's considering it, but hasn't decided on whether to seek out the country's five-year term. "Wyclef's commitment to his homeland and its youth is boundless, and he will remain its greatest supporter regardless of whether he is part of the government moving forward ... If and when a decision is made, media will be alerted immediately," read a family statement on Monday. If he does decide to run, Wyclef would have until August 7 to declare his campaign. He would also need to prove that he has lived in Haiti for five consecutive years and owns property there. Wyclef recently told CNN that he is still mulling over the idea. "I can't sing forever," he said. The rapper/producer also took to Twitter last week to "clear up the rumors." "I have not announce [sic] to the Press that I'm running for President of Haiti," he tweeted.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:17am | link
"DMX Back In Jail"
DMX's freedom is pretty short-lived these days. The controversial rapper is headed back to jail, yet again. He surrendered to a Los Angeles judge on Monday to begin a 90-day sentence for a reckless driving conviction back in 2002.DMX, whose real name is Earl Simmons, was just released earlier this month from an Arizona jail. He served four months for violating the terms of his probation from a 2009 conviction for cruelty to animals, theft and drug charges.The Yonkers, N.Y., native's latest arrest is a legacy violation from a 2002 reckless driving conviction. He received probation at the time, but his surmounting legal woes warranted a violation.According to DMX's manager, his client is just eager to get his life back on track and immerse himself in his craft.
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July 26, 2010
"Inception Still At The Top"
Leonardo DiCaprio's "Inception" won the weekend box office battle to stay on top, despite the release of Angelina Jolie's new action-thriller "Salt". "Inception" remained at #1 for the second-straight weekend with $43.5 million, according to studio estimates. That brings its 10-day total to $143.7 million. In at #2 was Jolie's spy caper "Salt", raking in $36.5 million. The movie stars Jolie as a CIA operative who goes rogue after she's accused of being a Russian sleeper agent. Coming in at #3 with $24.1 million was Steve Carell's family hit "Despicable Me." The animated comedy raised its domestic total to $161.7 million. "The Sorcerer's Apprentice" dropped one spot to #4 with $9.6 million, while "Toy Story 3" rounds out the top 5 with $9 million.
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"Diddy Fined By NYC"
Sean “Diddy” Combs has been slapped with a $996,000 bill from New York City officials who have accused his Bad Boy Entertainment company of plastering the Big Apple with posters.New York Finance Commissioner David Frankel, who is attempting to collect more than $1.9 billion in debts owed to the city, has accused the firm of failing to pay a fly-papering fine. A spokesman for Diddy’s company says the bill as a “bureaucratic error,” insisting the fine was paid by a partner firm three years ago and claiming city officials must have failed to update their records.A city spokesman has told the New York Daily News the issue is now under review.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:39am | link
"Halle Berry Gets Animated For The Simpsons"
Halle Berry is headed toward the animated town of Springfield, USA. The Oscar winner is set to make a guest-appearance on “The Simpsons” when it returns for its 22nd season in September, the show’s executive producer Al Jean revealed to Entertainment Weekly. Berry will appear as herself in an episode where Homer and Bart win an Academy Award of their own.Other upcoming Simpsons guest stars include Paul Rudd, “Flight Of The Conchords” duo Jermaine Clement and Bret McKenzie, “Mad Men” star Jon Hamm and Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:16am | link
"Dr Dre Is Being Sued"
Dr. Dre and his company Aftermath Entertainment has been sued by a California recording studio for failure to pay a bill. Paramount Recording Studios is claiming that the rapper/producer skipped out on paying for sessions between April 2009 and June 2010, according to Allhiphop.com. Dre – whose real name is Andre Young – is facing charges of up to $1,220,500.Dr. Dre had agreed to settle the bill with Paramount Recording Studios by July 13th, but failed to do so, resulting in the lawsuit filed July 23rd in Los Angeles Superior Court.The former NWA rapper has recorded at Paramount for at least ten years, allowing him to receive a cheaper rate for recording at the studio.
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"Mario Punches Soundman"
R&B singer Mario apparently flipped out at the Rochester Music Fest after the sound engineer attempted to get him offstage by cutting the sound. Mario had apparently gone over his allotted time and the tech proceeded to pull the plug and kill the lights. Mario allegedly then walked over to the engineer and punched him so hard he almost fell off of the stage. The singer was then escorted out of the arena by security.No statement from Mario or his camp regarding the incident has been released at this time.
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July 23, 2010
"If You're Heading To The Movies This Weekend"
Here's What's Opening Nationwide
Salt,as a CIA officer, Evelyn Salt swore an oath to duty, honor and country. Her loyalty will be tested when a defector accuses her of being a Russian spy. Salt goes on the run, using all her skills and years of experience as a covert operative to elude capture. Salt's efforts to prove her innocence only serve to cast doubt on her motives, as the hunt to uncover the truth behind her identity continues and the question remains: "Who Is Salt?" Starring: Angelina Jolie, Liev Schreiber, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Andre Braugher
Ramona And Beezus,The adventures of young Ramona Quimby and her big sister Beezus come to life in this all new film based on the best-selling books by Beverly Cleary. Starring newcomer Joey King, Selena Gomez, John Corbett, Sandra Oh, Bridget Moynahan, Ginnifer Goodwin
Life During Wartime,part sequel, part variation on his acclaimed and controversial HAPPINESS, the newest film from celebrated director Todd Solondz assembles an ensemble cast including Allison Janney, Shirley Henderson, Paul Reubens, Michael Kenneth Williams, Alley Sheedy, Charlotte Rampling, and Ciáran Hinds in an utterly hilarious exploration of the boundaries of forgiveness, family,and love.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:53am | link
"Kid Cudi Attacked By Fan Again"
This time however, Cudi was performing “Pursuit Of Happiness” in his hometown of Cleveland, Ohio when a fan hopped on stage and interrupted his set.A video of the incident has surfaced showing the fan throwing an object offstage before being shoved into Cudi by security. The rapper is then seen following behind his security team and confronts the man before being held back by the guards.Despite the incident, the G.O.O.D. music emcee returned to the stage and finished his performance.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:35am | link
"Swizzy Not Getting Married...This Weekend"
Swizz Beatz has shot down rumors that he and high-profile fiancee Alicia Keys will be getting married this weekend. In an interview with OK! Magazine, the producer balked at the notion. “Well its not this weekend!” he explained. ”But you know, were excited. Our union is amazing. Our union is pure. Our union is positive no matter what people say or what people think, time will tell everything and you know, silence is the best thing. We just keep it private and we do our thing and just have fun with it.” Swizz also explained that his wedding would be low key. “Just an amazing day,” he said of the future ceremony. “Very intimate. It’s not a superstar wedding. It’s not a gimmicky wedding. It’s a true bond of love, you know, that’s not based on having the most famous person sitting there while you’re doing it. It’s about having the closest people who really understand you as a person and that really have love for you. So it’s a small situation.”
posted by hot1063.com at 11:31am | link
"Naomi Campbell Wants To Delay Testimony"
British supermodel Naomi Campbell has requested a later date for her testimony in the trial of former Liberian President Charles Taylor, a spokesman for the Special Court for Sierra Leone said on Friday.Prosecutors want Campbell to testify over a “blood diamond” they allege Taylor gave her. She was due to appear in court July 29 and the spokesman said the new date “is not expected to be more than a few days later.”The prosecution has said Campbell could provide material evidence to rebut Taylor’s claims that he never possessed rough diamonds. They accuse Taylor of taking diamonds to South Africa to buy weapons, which he denies. In January, they said that during a visit to South Africa in 1997 Taylor gave Campbell a large rough cut diamond after a dinner hosted by Nelson Mandela. On trial in The Hague, Taylor denies all 11 charges of instigating murder, rape, mutilation, sexual slavery and conscription of child soldiers during wars in Liberia and Sierra Leone in which more than 250,000 people were killed.
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July 22, 2010
"Paula Patton Joins The Cast Of Law & Order:SVU"
Law & Order: SVU” has a new Assistant District Attorney. Following reports that Paula Patton had been in talks to join the cast, executive producer Neal Baer has confirmed that the “Precious” star has officially signed on, according to Variety.Patton will play the show’s new assistant district attorney Mikki Von. “When I saw Paula Patton give that terrific performance [in Precious], I knew she’d be perfect for SVU’s new ADA,” Baer said. “She’s funny, warm and witty.” Mikki, who is described as “charming and savvy,” follows the departure of former ADA Alexandra Cabot (Stephanie March), and for a split second last season, Jo Marlowe, played by Sharon Stone. The new season of “Law & Order: SVU” will premiere on Sept. 23 on NBC.
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"Kid Cudi Speaks Speaks"
Kid Cudi surfaced for a show at the Music Hall of Williamsburg on Tuesday night (July 20) in New York, and explained a June arrest where he was charged with possessing liquid cocaine and kicking in the door of unidentified woman's apartment door. While on stage with collaborators Best Coast and Vampire Weekend's Rostam Batmanglij for the exclusive Converse track "All Summer," Cudi explained that he was "wilding out" (in regard to the arrest), but is ok now."I know you guys were hearing some sh** about me in the news," Cudi told the fans. "I was wilding out and sh**, but I'm good now. I just smoke weed. I know n****s die when they 27. I'm 26 now, but I promise I'll live til I'm old as sh**."Last month, the Cleveland rapper (real name: Scott Ramon Seguro Mescudi) was arrested in New York City and charged with felony criminal mischief and possession of a controlled substance.Cudi reportedly took the phone of a 24-year-old woman and smashed it, and allegedly ripped her apartment door off its hinges. When cops arrived,Cudi was arrested and a glass bottle of liquid cocaine was found.At press time, it was unknown what punishment he received or will face due to the charges
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"Tashera Simmons Has A reality Show,Splits With DMX"
DMX’s wife Tashera Simmons has officially separated from the chart-topping rapper and is planning a reality show focusing on her rebuilding their family without him. According to Simmons, the reality show is titled Tashera Simmons….Life After X and will give a firsthand account of how their family is coping with the rapper’s legal and drug problems and how they “cope with a husband and a father that has let them down over and over again.”Additionally, Simmons is penning a tell-all memoir titled Tashera Simmons…Strength of A Woman, with author Aliya S. King. "It’s not a tell-all, I want to clear that up. It’s a memoir, it’s a story about our life, my life, and our life together,” Simmons told AllHipHop.com in a press release announcing the reality show. “My side of the story, because I feel like in his book, he didn’t really get into detail to better explain it,” Tashera Simmons stated. “I think reading my book, it explains everything. I’m talking about everything, from my childhood when I was abandoned by my mother and left to take care of my siblings, to when me and Earl (DMX) first met at 11 and we got together at 18 and I’m starting from there until then on…It’s a positive tell all."According to Tashera, the reality show is being shopping to several networks, who are vying to pick up the show.
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"Foxy Brown Arrested, Out On Bail"
Foxy Brown was arrested on Wednesday and charged with violating an order of protection from a neighbor. Brown, whose real name is Inga Marchand, reportedly had a heated argument with nemesis Arlene Raymond, a neighbor, who has a restraining order against her. Sources state, there was lots of name-calling, the F-bomb and B-word were bandied about and heated threats of physical violence. Onlookers had to step in and hold Brown back before she was able to put her dukes up and lay one on Raymond again. Raymond was the victim of Brown's wrath back in 2007: When the fed up neighbor complained to Brown that her car stereo music was too loud, Brown retaliated a few days later by hitting the woman with a Blackberry phone, which cut her lip and knocked out a tooth. The "Ill Na Na" has been released on $50,000 bail. Brown's manager, Chaz Williams, denied the charges.
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July 21, 2010
"John Gotti's Grandson Has Some Words For Rick Ross"
Rapper Rick Ross has drawn the wrath of John Gotti’s family for naming his album Teflon Don, the nickname of the infamous former leader of New York’s Gambino organized crime family. Carmine Agnello, 24, is attempting to launch a career under the name Carmine Gotti. Agnello blasted rapper Rick Ross in the New York Daily News for using the moniker on his latest album which was released yesterday (July 21st). "My grandfather paid his dues for that nickname. That was my grandfather's life," Agnello said of John Gotti, who earned the nickname “Teflon Don” after winning multiple acquittals in the 1980’s and 1990’s. "He should have asked for permission. A standup, respectable guy would come and ask 'If I could use the nickname,'" Agnello said. "I think he's a great artist, but you can't just start calling yourself that to sell records ...He wants to go for that whole image, but hey, be yourself."According to reports, Agnello’s father Carmine Agnello Sr., who married John Gotti’s daughter Victoria, is still a reputed member of the Gambino crime in New York. Rick Ross’ former job as a correctional officer didn’t sit will with Carmine Agnello Jr. “Only in America can you go from being a corrections officer to calling yourself Teflon Don," Agnello told the New York Daily News.
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"Keenen Ivory Waynans Looking At A Village"
Keenen Ivory Wayans will reportedly write and direct the comedy “It Takes A Village” for CBS Films and Sony Pictures, according to Deadline. The story revolves around a 30-something white single career-obsessed woman who decides to adopt a child from a South Pacific island.The adoption, however, requires her to return home with the tribe’s chief and seven elders – who take up residence in her gated community until she proves herself as mother material.Wayans, Todd Garner and Rick Alvarez will produce.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:07am | link
"Tiny Says Cya To Tiny And Toya"
There’s gonna be a change in the line up of BET’s “Tiny & Toya” when the show comes back next season. Basically there will be no Tiny.For the last two seasons the show followed the lives of Antonia “Toya” Carter, ex-wife of currently incarcerated rapper Lil’ Wayne, and Tameka “Tiny” Cottle, the fiancée of recently released rapper T.I.Moving forward, Carter says she’ll be featured in a spin-off titled “Toya’s Family Affair,” which will focus on her life, her daughter with Lil’ Wayne and her relationships. But don’t worry, Cottle will make guest appearances. “We just decided to kind of part ways because she is doing her own thing with her music career, her kids and she’s about to get married,” Carter said in a recent interview with radio/TV personality Ms. Drama. “Some things you have to just keep private and I understand that as a friend.” Carter hinted that her new show might possibly include her interactions with some of the baby-mamas of Wayne’s other children. “Me, Lauren [London], Nivea and Sarah, we kind of always get together to keep the kids together so they can know each other,” Carter said. “The situation is not ideal but at this point it is what it is and we try to make the best of it.”
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"Ice T Arrested,Released Vents On Twitter"
Gangster rap pioneer Ice-T took to Twitter to address his brief detainment in New York tyesterday morning for driving with a suspended license and not wearing a seatbelt. The rapper, who was released shortly after his arrest yesterday morning, blasted the officer who detained him and posted police officer’s badge number. “Some punk b***h rookie cop named Fisher #10026 made the arrest of his bulls**t career today, arresting the Notorious Ice T for no seatbelt,” Ice-T Tweeted. According to Ice-T, there was a heated exchange between himself and the officer , who immediately recognized him.“I know who you are and I don't give a f**k,” Ice-T tweeted. “That was right after I called him a punk b***h. Then they questioned me about FLTG.” Ice-T also chastised media outlets for reporting on his arrest and making it national news, for what considered a petty infraction. “The fact that it made national news in 10 min. Raises the question... How petty is our news today? What about the War and the Gulf?” Ice-T also denied reports that his license is suspended.
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July 20, 2010
"Jay-Z And Beyonce Make The Top Ten Of Forbes List"
Beyonce, her husband Jay-Z and the Black Eyed Peas all made the top 10 on a new Forbes list of top earning musicians. Bey was the list¡¯s highest-earning female at No. 3. Her $87 million was banked through major endorsement deals with Nintendo and L¡¯Oreal, as well as her House of Dereon fashion line and world tour. Jay-Z came in at No. 6, earning $63 million from a variety of sources, including his stake in NBA team the New Jersey Nets, his 40/40 nightclub chain, ¡°The Blueprint 3¡å album sales, and his investment in the Broadway musical, ¡°Fela!¡±At No. 5, Britney Spears can also attribute much of her $64 million earned to endorsements, particularly her Elizabeth Arden fragrance and spokesperson deal with Candies.A three-way tie between Black Eyed Peas, Coldplay, and Toby Keith rounds out the top 10. Each earned an estimated $48 million thanks to various tours, endorsement deals, merchandise sales, and publishing royalties.
Here are the 10 top-earning musicians of June 2009-2010, according to Forbes: 1) U2 ($130 million) 2) AC/DC ($114 million) 3) Beyonc¨¦ ($87 million) 4) Bruce Springsteen ($70 million) 5) Britney Spears ($64 million) 6) Jay-Z ($63 million) 7) Lady Gaga ($62 million) Madonna ($58 million) 9) Kenny Chesney ($50 million) 10) Black Eyed Peas, Coldplay and Toby Keith ($48 million)
posted by hot1063.com at 11:23am | link
"Snoop Shuts Down Clothing Line"
Snoop Dogg has opted to discontinue a clothing line that he founded in 2008, according to reports.The rapper launched The Rich and Infamous Clothing Line in 2008 with much fanfare and promotion courtesy of Snoop Dogg's star power. However, he's canceled the line, according to wooha.com. Snoop has closed the online store, website and will not service traditional retail outlets either.Representatives for Snoop didn't reveal why Rich and Infamous was halted, but Snoop suggested in a previous interview that the recession had taken its toll on the clothing line. "The recession is affecting everybody," he told Hollyscoop.com in 2009. "We're trying to keep it one hundred percent and do what we're doing and try to keep the prices a little lower. [We're] trying to keep it cost sufficient for what [we're] doing." The Rich and infamous was a partnership with Robert Thorn Company. The collection debuted at the acclaimed Magic fashion tradeshow in Las Vegas in 2008.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:17am | link
"Frankie Confirmed For Celeb Rehab"
Frankie Lons, the mother of singer Keyshia Cole whose “man down” catchphrase was made famous in two BET reality shows, has signed on for the fourth installment of “Celebrity Rehab,” which people with various degrees of fame attempting to kick substance abuse with the aid of Dr. Drew Pinsky.Joining Frankie in the cast will be Tiger Woods mistress Rachel Uchitel, the “world’s first supermodel” Janice Dickinson, MTV reality star Jason Wahler, former teen idol Leif Garrett, oil heir Jason Davis and actor Jeremy London, who just made headlines by claiming he was kidnapped.Filming for the upcoming season had been postponed because producers couldn’t lock down a strong enough cast.
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July 19, 2010
"Inception Tops Weekend The Box Office"
Leonardo DiCaprio dropped another mind-bending film over the week with Christopher Nolan, titled "Inception", and as expected it topped the weekend box office with $60.4 million. "Despicable Me" starring Steve Carell, slipped to #2 this weekend with $32.7 million. In 10 days, it's earned $118.4 million. In at #3 was Disney's family adventure, "The Sorcerer's Apprentice", which took in just $17.4 million over the weekend and $24.5 since its Wednesday premier. Twilight Saga: Eclipse" slipped from #2 to #4 this weekend with another $13.5 million under its belt, taking its domestic total to $264.9 million. And rounding out the top 5 is "Toy Story 3" with $11.7 million in its fifth weekend.
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"Alicia Keys Says Cya To Her Manager"
Alicia Keys has parted ways with her manager of more than a decade in order to take more control of her own career.The R&B singer has worked with Jeff Robinson since her early days in the music industry, but the pair has now ended their professional relations hip by "mutual agreement". Keys will still consult Robinson on her future albums, but will now per sonally handle more important decisions on touring, music licensing, and film and TV deals. A statement released to Billboard.com reads, "This decision will allow Alicia more control over all aspects of her career from singing and songwriting, to leading many business ventures and social causes. (The decision was) mutually agreed upon and amicable."
posted by hot1063.com at 11:14am | link
"Lil Wayne Owes The Feds Some Loot"
After gaining the attention of fans earlier this week with a heart felt letter from behind bars, incarcerated New Orleans rapper Lil' Wayne is making headlines in a less favorable way. The IRS created a special tax unit in 2007 to investigate entertainers and athletes, and Lil Wayne was recently discovered to owe more than $1.13 million in back taxes.The imprisoned rapper owes from 2004, 2005, and 2007. In June, the “man” filed a lien against his charity, One Family Foundation in Florida. “A few years ago, they concluded that athlete and entertainer taxes might be escaping their radar. So they reinstated a division to only deal with this area,” a rep from the global touring and accounting company RZO Productions said. Other artists who have been found out include Suge Knight, DMX, Nas, Snoop Dogg, Swizz Beatz, and Method Man. The IRS is also investigating rappers who use their charities for capital gain. This is not the first time Wayne’s been busted for taxes. In 2008, a lien was filed against him for almost $1 million in back taxes.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:10am | link
"Wesley Snipes Heading To Jail,Loses Appeal"
Action-adventure films star Wesley Snipes' appeal to avoid a three-year sentence for tax evasion fell by the wayside on Friday, so he is still headed for prison.The 47-year-old actor was convicted in 2008 on three misdemeanor counts of willfully neglecting to file federal income tax returns on the more than $37 million he made primarily from films.A U.S. Court of Appeals ruled that Snipes not only received a fair trial and a just ruling but that the federal court "acted well within its considerable discretion." While Snipes has been free on bail and waiting for his appeal, the "Blade" science-fiction trilogy star has been keeping busy by acting in various films. His most recent come-back movie credit was his depiction of a drug dealer in Antoine Fuqua's film "Brooklyn's Finest," co-starring Don Cheadle and Richard Gere.Snipes' argument for not paying the feds at the time was that he was a "fiduciary of God who is a non-taxpayer." He also contended that he was a foreign diplomat. None of the actor's excuses held water with the Ocala, Fla., jury who convicted him.
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July 16, 2010
"If You're Heading To The Movies This Weekend"
Here's What's Opening Nationwide
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice a live-action remake of the Mickey Mouse segment of Fantasia updated as a latter-day tale, set in Manhattan, where a magician enlists the assistance of a college student to do battle with his evil archenemy. Starring Nicolas Cage,Jay Baruchel, Alfred Molina, ,Monica Bellucci, Teresa Palmer and Omar Benson Miller.
Inception, Christopher Nolan directs this sci-fi, psychological thriller about a master thief, capable of hacking into people’s subconscious minds while they’re in the dream state, who plans to pull off the perfect heist by implanting an idea inside of someone’s head. Cast includes Leonard DiCaprio Michael Caine, Marion Cotillard, Ellen Page, Ken Watanabe and Joseph Gordon-Levitt.
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"Lebron James Looking Into Mega Mansion In Miami"
We hear that the house is a $49.8 million mega-mansion, and the most expensive home in Coral Gables, Florida. The home was owned, at one point, by Miami Heat coach Pat Riley. Life & Style Magazine is reporting that the deal is as good as done. The house was apparently taken off the market as soon as LeBron announced that he was coming to Miami, which observers say is no coincidence. The 20,800 square foot house has a full gym, eight bedrooms, a full basketball court and a 12-camera security system, along with all the other bells and whistles you'd expect from a house that cost nearly $50 million. LeBron James' current home, according to an interview he did with Jimmy Kimmel, has an ATM, a bowling alley, a barber shop, a casino and a Starbucks in it.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:34am | link
"Eve Says Cya To Her Latest Boyfriend"
Its being reported that Eve's long distance relationship with her boyfriend in Ghana has come to an end. Eve said she began dating the bachelor, Kevin (pictured above), earlier this year after ending her romance with Teodorin Nguema Obiang, the son of the president of Equatorial Guinea, amid his investigation for money laundering. Described in blogs as a wealthy and popular businessman, Kevin met Eve when she visited Ghana last year for a concert with Wyclef Jean. “We met through some mutual people that we knew and it just went from there,” she said. Eve spent her spare time flying between the U.S. and Ghana to see Kevin, but admits the long distance and their different outlooks on life took its toll and she recently broke things off.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:23am | link
"Too Short Arrested And Released Faces Battery Charges"
Bay Area rapper Too Short was reportedly arrested on late Wednesday (July 14) in Boise, Idaho after he got into an altercation with security at the Knitting Factory following a concert.According to the Associated Press, a fight broke out between the rapper (real name: Todd Shaw), his associate and members of the venue's security detail after they told Too Short he couldn't bring underage girls backstage.Three employees at the Knitting Factory told police they were punched and kicked by Shaw and another man, 38-year-old Michael Walton. However, no one was seriously injured.Too Short, 44, was arrested and faces three counts of misdemeanor battery. So was Walton. Both men were arrested early Thursday morning (July 15) and later released on bond.They are scheduled back in court on August 4th. If convicted, misdemeanor battery is punishable by up to six months in jail and a $1,000 fine
posted by hot1063.com at 11:16am | link
July 15, 2010
"Jay-Z Links Up With Alicia Keys For Charity Event"
Rapper Jay-Z will headline Alicia Keys’ annual Black Ball charity event this September at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York. Jay-Z will be joined by Alicia Keys and Sade during the event, which will raise funds for Keys’ charity Keep A Child Alive. The organization has been holding the Black Ball fundraiser since 2005. The charity event has raised over $10 million dollars since its inception. Keep a Child Alive is a non-profit dedicated to providing life-saving anti-retroviral treatment, care and support services to children and families whose lives have been affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa and India.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:18am | link
"Jamie Foxx Takes Supporting Role In New Robert Downey Flick"
After appearing together as leads in 2009's 'The Soloist,' Oscar winner Jamie Foxx takes a supporting role in his reunion with Robert Downey Jr. in 'Due Date.'Directed by Todd Phillips, the comedy also stars Zach Galifianakis, Michelle Monaghan, Alan Arkin, Juliet Lewis and Danny McBride.Peter Highman (Downey Jr.) is an expectant first-time father whose wife's due date is a mere five days away. As Peter hurries to catch a flight home from Atlanta to be at her side for the birth, his best intentions go completely awry when a chance encounter with aspiring actor Ethan Tremblay (Galifianakis) results in a cross-country road trip that will ultimately destroy several cars, numerous friendships and Peter's last nerve.Warner Bros. will release the film on Nov. 5. Earlier this year, Foxx had a supporting role in 'Valentine's Day,' which had one of the largest ensemble casts in Hollywood history but received negative reviews from critics. It did manage to gross a domestic total of $110 million and an additional $100 million overseas.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:18am | link
"Will.i.am speaks: I Am Hip Hop"
Vibe magazine sat down with Black Eyed Peas frontman Will.i.am and popped this question. VIBE: Over the years, you and the Black Eyed Peas have taken hits for not being “real” hip-hop. What is your response? Will.i.am: I am hip-hop! If there’s anyone that’s the personification of hip-hop, I’m probably the most hip-hop n out of all these hip-hop n's. But hip-hop editorial and blogs and even some of the hip-hop fans don’t see it that way, which is cool. I’m going to win. I’m going to win and win bigger than all these niggas are winning. And they probably don’t see that. I’m winning regardless of what hip-hop thinks of what I am. I won’t shrivel up in a little ball and not continue to rock, rock planet rock, don’t stop just because a few people think the [Black Eyed Peas] is just a pop act.I [always] knew I was going to move more into dance and club. That’s the reason I produced Nas’ “Hip Hop Is Dead.” People forgot that hip-hop was a bunch of things back in the days. Hip-hop was the Jungle Brothers’ “I’ll House You.” When someone is denying what they are, then that’s when things start to spiral down. Hip-hop is limiting itself and that also goes for editorially. Magazines and websites are the gatekeepers of what people think hip-hop is, but they actually end up limiting what hip-hop can be.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:17am | link
"X's Wife Finds Author For Her Book"
Tashera Simmons, wife of rapper DMX, has found a co-author to help write her book about living as the wife of the multiplatinum rapper. According to AllHipHop.com, Tashera has enlisted Aliya S. King, writer of books for Frank Lucas and Faith Evans, who also released a recent book titled "Platinum," about rappers and their wives. “When I first met Aliya, I was in a state where I was trapped and she was the first person that kind of opened me up. She started asking me questions about what it was like to be in the light of a super star, rap star," said Simmons of King, who was writing a story for VIBE magazine regarding rappers' wives. That story would later lay the foundation of "Platinum.“I told her I am working on my book, 'Strength of a Woman' and she told me to 'Read ("Platinum") and tell me what you think.' It touched me," explained Tashera. "She’s writing my book now." "Strength of a Woman" currently does not have a release date.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:16am | link
July 14, 2010
"Ne-Yo Ordered To Stand Trial"
Lawyers for a Washington state promotion company suing Ne-Yo say the artist has been ordered to stand trial for allegedly backing out of a 2009 New Year’s Eve performance in the Seattle area. The lawsuit states that Kenyohn Clark of Maryland-based Wet Entertainment and booking agent Mike Esterman reached an agreement to pay Ne-Yo a total of $140,000 for the gig at Bellevue’s Meydenbauer Center. The singer was allegedly paid $95,000 up front for the appearance, but, according to the lawsuit, he never showed up.Esterman, also named in the lawsuit, is being sued for $1 million in damages for not ensuring Ne-Yo’s appearance and for allegedly failing to return the fees paid by Wet Entertainment. In February of 2009, Esterman told MTV News that the lawsuit is without merit. “I still don’t know anything about the details,” he said. “All that I know is that this is a frivolous lawsuit. The guy is looking for a free payday. The promoter is looking for a lottery ticket to make some big money off of a big name.”Bowie & Jensen, the law firm representing Wet Entertainment, issued a press release stating Ne-Yo and his team will indeed go to trial in Annapolis at the end of July in Anne Arundel County
posted by hot1063.com at 10:29am | link
"Mashonda Speaks"
In a recent interview, Mashonda speaks on her recent divorce from Swizz Beatz. When asked whether she’d attend his wedding to Alicia Keys if invited, she says no, recalling when she attended Beatz’ birthday party and saw him with Keys—while they were still married. “No. Not out of malice, but because weddings are sacred. It's just not my place. The only reason I went to his birthday party was because he invited me and I did that for myself. I needed to see them together for it to transfer. And I was like ‘Wow, this is real.' We were still totally married…We had a divorce that was nowhere near final, but I just needed to see them in action for it to be real to me, and it was definitely real. You have all these different types of steps that you have to set up for yourself until you get to that place where you are free. And I will tell you, after I got divorced maybe three weeks later I woke up and felt a weight removed. It was the first time I'd ever felt mentally free. And I sent him an email wishing him all the best in the world.” She went on to say how felt when she found out the affair between Swizzy and Alicia. "Bottom line, the rule is, if you're messing with somebody, you don't know they're married, and you found out they're married if you come into any contact with that wife, leave it alone… respect the woman, respect the wife. Like I said before, it was an ego thing for me. I'm being f*cking disrespected, nobody respects me, this is my husband, this is my family, this girl thinks she can just do anything she thinks she wants to. And that's what I dealt with for a while, until I gave up.”
posted by hot1063.com at 10:26am | link
"Missy Urged To Cancel Concert In Israel"
Hip-Hop star Missy Elliott is facing pressure to scrap a planned gig in Israel slated to take place this week. Missy Elliott is slated to hit the stage at Gane HaTaarucha in Tel Aviv on Thursday, July 15th, for her first ever performance in Israel. But her appearance has prompted Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East, to create an online boycott of her proposed performance, due to the ongoing land dispute between the Israeli’s and the Palestinians.According to sources the proposed boycott is not working well, as ticket sales are almost completely sold out. The bill also features popular Israeli funk/rap band, Hadag Nahash. A number of prominent artists have canceled performances in Israel in recent months, including Carlos Santana, Bono/U2, Gil-Scott Heron, The Pixies and Elvis Costello, in support of a Palestinian boycott against the country. The Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel was established in 2004, to protest the Israeli’s occupation of the West Bank and Gaza Strip. A number of artists have also ignored calls to avoid performing in Israel, including Paul McCartney, Leonard Cohen and Madonna.
posted by hot1063.com at 10:25am | link
July 13, 2010
"Ludacris & Tyrese On Board For New Fast n Furious Flick"
Rapper Ludacris and Singer/actor Tyrese revealed this week, via their Twitter accounts, that they have signed on for the next installment of the Fast and the Furious movie franchise. "Just landed in Puerto Rico. Shooting for Fast & Furious 5 is about to be underway.....," Luda tweeted (@LudaJuice) on Monday (July 12). Tyrese also tweeted (@Tyrese4ReaL) about landing in Puerto Rico. Apparently, the singer is also shooting Transformers 3, and had to take a break from filming to begin shooting the start of the upcoming street racing film, tentively titled Fast Five. According to reports, the new film will star Vin Diesel and Paul Walker, both of whom will reprise their roles as Dominic Toretto and Brian O'Conner.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:19am | link
"Womans Assault Claim On Wacka Flocka Flame's Tour Bus Under Investigation"
Police in Akron, Ohio are investigating Gucci Mane protege, Waka Flocka Flame, after a woman alleged that a sexual assault took place on his tour bus. According to the Cleveland Plain Dealer, the rapper (real name: Juaquin Malphurs) was in Akron for A radio station summer concert, which also included performances from Rick Ross, Plies and Trina. During his stop in the city, an unnamed women filed a complaint claiming she was sexually assaulted while onboard Flame's tour bus. Flame was not named in the complaint. Apparently, there was another individual on the bus at the time of the incident.Akron detectives boarded the bus while parked outside the Hilton Garden Inn. But, as of press time, no one had been arrested.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:17am | link
"The Dream And Christina Milian Have Separated"
After less than a year of marriage, singer The-Dream and Christina Milian have separated, Us Magazine has confirmed. His rep revealed to the mag that the couple have been separated since late last year, meaning they split just over three months of being official, but kept the news underwraps."Terius 'The-Dream' Nash is saddened to announce that his marriage to Christina Milian was unsuccessful," his rep said in a statement. "The couple reached this decision in late 2009, but decided to keep the news private in efforts to protect their baby daughter Violet. They ask for consideration and respect for their family moving forward."The news follows leaked photos of Dream frolicking on the beach with his assistant, Melissa Santiago.The-Dream and Milian married in September 2009 during a secret ceremony in Las Vegas. Days later, they announced that they were expecting their first child.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:15am | link
"Mary J Blige And Her Production Team Is Getting Sued"
R&B singer Mary J. Blige and popular production team “The Clutch” which features Keri Hilson,are at the center of a copyright dispute involving Blige’s hit single “Take Me As I Am.” Songwriters Jay Ballard and Kim Jones filed a lawsuit against Mary J. Blige and The Clutch in United States District Court in the Central District of California. The duo claim Blige and The Clutch stole their song “Take Me As I Am” which was released in 1995 and used it for her hit 2005 song of the same name, taken from her hit album The Breakthrough. Ballard and Jones are seeking an accounting for all singles and albums sold in all formats, royalties and an accounting of publishing income derived from using the song in advertisements.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:07am | link
July 12, 2010
"Despicable Me Tops Weekend Box Office"
Despicable Me was a hit at the box office over the weekend, making an impressive debut in 3D animated films for Universal Pictures ... and beating out a brand new film in the "Predator" franchise. Despicable Me" took in $60.1 million. for the number one spot. The Twilight Saga: Eclipse fell to second place in its sophomore weekend collecting an estimated $33.4M propelling the 12-day haul to $237 million. Fox's sci-fi reboot Predators landed in third place opening to an estimated $25.3 million. The Last Airbender tumbled into fourth place taking in an estimated $17.2M in its second weekend. The M. Night Shyamalan-directed sci-fi actioner raised its 11-day total to a solid $100.2 million. Rounding out the top five was Grown Ups which took in $16.4 million boosting the 17-day tally to $111.3 million.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:09am | link
"Lil Wayne EP Coming On His Birthday"
Fans awaiting Lil Wayne's Tha Carter IV will have something to sate their musical appetites, as news of forthcoming music from the rapper has come to light.In an interview with Vibe magazine, Cortez Bryant, Wayne's co-manager and Young Money CEO, explained: “I’m putting out a [Wayne] album called I’m Not A Human Being and I’ll probably drop it on his birthday, September 27.”The album will be an EP of entirely new Wayne material, serving as a prelude to Tha Carter IV - but it won't be getting the full-blown promotional treatment.“We not about to roll out no three month set up,” said Bryant. “I’m not even putting it out in stores. We just gonna put it out virally and maybe package it up for Christmas. Give 'em a hard copy later for fan appreciation.”
posted by hot1063.com at 10:57am | link
"Martin Lawrence Weds His Longtime Girfriend"
Comedian Martin Lawrence married his longtime girlfriend, Shamicka Gibbs at his home in Beverly Hills on Saturday.The Hollywood funnyman, 45, and Gibbs, 35, already have two daughters together; Amara, 9, and Iyana, 7, both of whom were flower girls during the ceremony.The private nuptials were for 120 guests and R&B singer Shanice serenaded the couple.Celebrity pals like Eddie Murphy, Denzel Washington and Michael Strahan were apparently among the attendees. Lawrence was previously married to former Miss Virginia Patricia Southall. The couple divorced in 1996 and have a daughter, Jasmine, 14, who also participated in the wedding ceremony.The star of the former sitcom 'Martin' recently wrapped production on 'Big Momma's House: Life Father, Like Son' and is executive-producing the fourth season of 'Martin Lawrence Presents 1st Amendment Stand-Up' for the Starz Network.
posted by hot1063.com at 10:53am | link
"Jennifer Lopez May Get Sued"
A hotel in Turkish-occupied northern Cyprus said it will sue Jennifer Lopez for $40 million after she cancelled a concert there for “political” reasons, press reports said Sunday. According to AFP, the chief executive of the Turkish company which operates the hotel and casino venue says Lopez still has time to change her mind about the July 24 gig.“The contract has not been terminated. If she does not show up for the concert, we will begin a procedure in the courts to claim 35-40 million dollars in damages,” warned Murat Bozoglu, speaking from the company’s headquarters in Istanbul.“The cancellation….is not covered by any clause in the contract she signed with us,” said Bozoglu.Lopez angered Greek-Cypriots in the southern half of the divided island after the new Cratos Premium hotel and casino complex announced she would perform there on her 41st birthday.The entertainer decided to pull out amid criticism that the appearance would make a political statement, TMZ.com reported Thursday.“Jennifer Lopez would never knowingly support any state, country, institution or regime that was associated with any form of human rights abuse, according to the singers rep who went on to say “After a full review of the relevant circumstances in Cyprus, it was the decision of management to withdraw from the appearance. This was a team decision that reflects our sensitivity to the political realities of the region.”The US-based American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association claimed the concert would “lend credence to an illegal entity recognized only by Turkey.”Cyprus has been divided since Turkey occupied the north in 1974 in response to an Athens-engineered coup in Nicosia aimed at uniting the Mediterranean island with Greece.
posted by hot1063.com at 10:52am | link
"Fan Attempts To Attack Fifty Cent"
50 Cent was performing a concert in Salvador, Bahia when a fan suddenly rushed the stage and grabbed him from behind.The fan's moment of glory was short lived however after Fif's security jumped to his rescue, grabbing the man and escorting him off stage, punching and kicking him in the process.Check out the video of the beatdown below around the 1:40 mark.
posted by hot1063.com at 10:50am | link
July 09, 2010
"If You're Heading To The Movies This Weekend"
Here's What's Opening Nationwide
Despicable Me A 3-D computer-animated comedy, set in an otherwise idyllic suburban neighborhood, where a wicked weirdo with a black house and a dead lawn is secretly hatching a diabolical plan to steal the moon with the assistance of an army of minions. Hope for averting the disaster rests with three orphans in need of a father who see some potential for redemption in the evil villain. Voice cast includes Steve Carell,Dana Gaier, Miranda Cosgrove, Elsie Fisher Kristen Wiig, Jason Segel, Danny McBride, Will Arnett, Dr. Ken Jeong, Russell Brand and Julie Andrews.
Predators, sci-fi sequel about a group of elite warriors who discover that they were brought to another planet by a race of bloodthirsty alien creatures to be hunted like prey in a human game reserve. Cast includes Adrien Brody, Topher Grace, Laurence Fishburne, Alice Braga and Danny Trejo.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:26am | link
"New Usher Project Called Versus To Drop In August"
Just four months after releasing his new album “Raymond V. Raymond,” Usher is concocting a new album project of eight new songs scheduled for releas next month. Titled “Versus,” the album will be available on Aug. 24 as both a stand-alone project as well as part of a new special deluxe version of “Raymond V. Raymond,” which was released in March. That album includes the recent No. 1 pop song “OMG.” "This album means so much to my career," he told 'MTV News' during an interview. "I think this is the one time where I'm able to put it all in, emotionally and the good times -- superfreaky and then also super-\emotional. 'Raymond v. Raymond,' artistically, is one of my greatest pieces of work, not only just because of the content but also the people whom I got involved in it: T.I., Will.I.Am, Puff, Nicki Minaj."Usher follows in the footsteps of Lady Gaga, who released “The Fame Monster” as a separate disc and also as a deluxe version of “The Fame” after the success of that album.
posted by hot1063.com at 10:52am | link
"Steve Urkel Investigated For Domestic Violence"
Jaleel White, best known for his role as Steve Urkel on “Family Matters,” is being investigated by California police for allegedly assaulting his baby mama. Sources say that the alleged victim accuses White of punching her in one of her breast implants two weeks ago while they were driving on Pacific Coast Highway with an infant in the car. “We’re told, she claims when they got home White allegedly slapped her, and pushed her into a toilet so hard it broke the tank,” the Web site reported. “Sources connected with White’s baby mama, Bridget Hardy, tell TMZ Hardy is in fact the alleged victim. We’re told she did not report any injuries.”The alleged victim filed a report with the LAPD on Tuesday. The investigation is ongoing. Meanwhile, a rep for White had this to say, “There was absolutely no battery … no abuse … and the incident never happened. …This is just a ploy in an ongoing custody battle over their young daughter to tarnish his name.”
posted by hot1063.com at 10:51am | link
"Lohan's Lawyer Quits"
We hear that Attorney Shawn Chapman Holley is no longer representing Lindsay Lohan. The exit comes hours after the lawyer issued a statement criticizing the actress’ 90-day sentence for violating probation. “I can confirm [Holley] is not representing Lindsay at this point. Lindsay is in the process of hiring new counsel,” Lohan’s New York lawyer, Stephanie Ovadia, told the Daily News. Ovadia said she wasn’t sure what caused the split and couldn’t confirm a popular website report that Lindsay hired Tiffany Feder-Cohen, who passed the California bar in November. It has also been reported that Lohan is vowing to appeal the judge’s sentence – even though Holley’s statement said she was “prepared to serve her jail time.”In her statement, Holley claimed that Lohan – who repeatedly skipped alcohol counseling sessions after getting probation for two DUIs – is the victim of reverse celebrity justice.“We believe that the penalty is far harsher than what others would have received under similar circumstances,” Holley wrote. Lohan, 24, was sentenced to three consecutive 30-day terms for breaking her probation – plus 90 days of rehab. She sobbed for mercy in court on Tuesday, claiming the court had never made it clear when she was supposed to show up for alcohol counseling.
posted by hot1063.com at 10:48am | link
"Dan Gilbert Pens Angry Open Letter"
Clearly LeBron James’ decision to leave Cleveland and its Cavaliers NBA franchise, to join the Miami Heat, is not sitting well with the citizens of the city by Lake Erie and the team’s fans. The heartbreak and anger they are feeling is captured in an emotional, if not ill-advised, open letter from Cavaliers majority owner Dan Gilbert.
In his scathing missive, Gilbert angrily calls James “the self-titled former King” while claiming that his televised announcement was “shameful display of selfishness and betrayal.” And it gets better, or worse, depending on one’s point of view. Peep It Below.
Dear Cleveland, All Of Northeast Ohio and Cleveland Cavaliers Supporters Wherever You May Be Tonight;
As you now know, our former hero, who grew up in the very region that he deserted this evening, is no longer a Cleveland Cavalier.
This was announced with a several day, narcissistic, self-promotional build-up culminating with a national TV special of his “decision” unlike anything ever “witnessed” in the history of sports and probably the history of entertainment.
Clearly, this is bitterly disappointing to all of us.The good news is that the ownership team and the rest of the hard-working, loyal, and driven staff over here at your hometown Cavaliers have not betrayed you nor NEVER will betray you.
There is so much more to tell you about the events of the recent past and our more than exciting future. Over the next several days and weeks, we will be communicating much of that to you.
You simply don’t deserve this kind of cowardly betrayal.
You have given so much and deserve so much more.
In the meantime, I want to make one statement to you tonight:
“I PERSONALLY GUARANTEE THAT THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS WILL WIN AN NBA CHAMPIONSHIP BEFORE THE SELF-TITLED FORMER ‘KING’ WINS ONE”
You can take it to the bank.
<posted by hot1063.com at 10:09am | link
July 08, 2010
"Snoops Daughter's Battle With Illness Saved His Marriage"
Snoop Dogg has credited his daughter Cori’s battle with lupus with bringing the rapper closer to his wife Shante, insisting the life-threatening illness helped to save their faltering marriage. The rap superstar, real name Calvin Broadus, filed for divorce from his wife of seven years in 2004, citing irreconcilable differences. The couple reunited months later, prompting Snoop to withdraw the legal petition, and they renewed their vows in 2008. Snoop admits the turning point in their relationship came when young Cori was diagnosed with the autoimmune disorder in 2005 – and her subsequent health battle made the hip-hop star and his wife realize they had to stay “together forever.”Shante tells People magazine, “Without (Snoop), I don’t know what I’d have done. It’s amazing how this all turned out. We were gonna get a divorce. But we wouldn’t have gotten through it (the lupus diagnosis) that way.” Snoop adds, “That’s what it boiled down to. Cori’s lupus showed us we need to be together forever.” The rapper reveals the couple had turned to a marriage counselor to help them overcome their troubles and he would often escape to the recording studio to cry and gather his emotions. He says, “You always think it’s gonna happen to someone else. Some days in the studio, I’d just cry. It was the only zone I had to express myself.” However, he’s in awe of how strong Cori, now 11, has been throughout the health crisis – despite struggling with the side effects of the disorder, which caused her hair to fall out and affected her weight. Snoop explains, “My daughter is the love of my life. When she’d lay in bed saying, ‘My brain hurts’, it bothered me so much. I felt helpless… (But) she’s the toughest little thing I’ve ever met, even with the needles.” And Cori has managed to keep her lupus under control to enjoy a normal childhood. Her proud father adds, “She’s on the honour roll, playing volleyball and softball, living life. She has all this joy. In the beginning lupus was winning. But now Cori is.”
posted by hot1063.com at 11:25am | link
"Drake Performance on GMA Cancelled"
ABC decided not to book the 23-year-old Canadian rapper for a July 16 show in Central Park after the NYPD told the city Parks Department that Parks’ security plan wasn’t up to snuff, Parks and police sources said.The concert was going to be part of ABC’s “Good Morning America” summer concert series, which has already featured megastars Miley Cyrus, the Jonas Brothers and Alicia Keys.“We were interested in having Drake perform, but he was never officially booked,” an ABC spokesperson said yesterday without elaborating.A spokesperson for Drake confirmed there was a “booking in place,” but declined to comment further. The Parks Department could not come up with the security staffing that the NYPD thought would be necessary for such an event, police sources said.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:25am | link
"Man Claiming To Be LeBrons Father Files Suit"
LeBron James and his mother Gloria James are being sued for millions by a man who claims he tried to prove he’s the NBA star’s biological father — but LeBron and his mom tampered with the evidence in a diabolical cover-up. The lawsuit is explosive — in it, 55-year-old Leicester Bryce Stovell claims he met Gloria in a D.C. area bar in 1984 … and had unprotected sex with her on the night they met. He later found out she was 15-years-old at the time … he was 29.He’s a Princeton graduate who earned a law degree from the University of Chicago. He became the senior legal advisor for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. He’s suing them for $4 million for fraud, defamation, and misrepresentation.
posted by hot1063.com at 11:24am | link
July 07, 2010
"Chris Rock And Sony Getting Sued Over Death At A Funeral"
A woman is seeking $20 million in damages against Chris Rock, Sony Pictures and other producers of the April comedy “Death at a Funeral” claiming the film ripped off her 1995 book about her embarrassment at a funeral in Jamaica when she was stripped of her clothing. Pamela Lawrence, who is representing herself in court, is also claiming racism, a plot to eradicate the female population of urban cities and allegations of inside jokes within the movie that were specifically intended to humiliate her, Reuters reports. The 54-page complaint comes stuffed with applicable laws and case citations (although none are required in complaints), copyright registrations, numerous exhibits and, Reuters notes, a frame work intended to bypass the legal pitfalls that typically trip up those asserting idea theft in Hollywood. Lawrence goes beyond mere copyright infringement to assert breach of implied contract, unfair competition, interference with prospective economic advantage, tortious breach of confidence, deceit and fraud. Lawrence is demanding $20 million in damages, 66% of gross profits and an injunction. Among the many defendants are Sony, Columbia Pictures, Tristar, Target Media, Screen Gems, Lawrence Malkin, Frank Oz, Chris Rock and Neil LaBute. Sony had no comment.
posted by hot1063.com at 10:54am | link
"50 Cent Has Some Words For Diddy"
Rapper 50 Cent is no stranger to Beefs and as of late mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is his new target, after he criticized 50 Cent earlier this year in Miami. After making fun of Diddy’s “Hello, Good Morning” song at a performance a few weeks ago, 50 told Eminem's radio station Shade 45: "Puffy is a bitch. He wanted to be the hot bitch in his group... You know how an ugly bitch surrounds herself with pretty girls? Well, he is the pretty bitch with the other girls around him.” Fifty went on to say "He will suck the life out of everyone he is around." 50 Cent, real name Curtis Jackson, says he used to speak regularly to Diddy on the phone, and even once sent him photos of his girlfriend Cassie with another man, before they got together. "We used to kick it on the telephone, me and Puffy. I said, 'You f*** this girl? You like her like that? I'm going to send you something.' Then I sent the photos. "He was like, 'Where did you get those?' "50 also dissed Diddy’s new album ‘Last Train To Paris', saying it sucks. "Nobody's buying ['Last Train to Paris'] he even said it himself that he doesn't expect it to sell."
posted by hot1063.com at 10:53am | link
"OJ About To Tie The Knot"
According to reports, "The Juice" O.J. Simpson is reportedly tying the knot behind bars. The once-upon-a-time gridiron great is all set to marry a lady love - whom he has never even met face-to-face. The 63-year-old former actor has been corresponding with a young blonde named "Anna," who has reportedly been sending pictures of herself to the infamous jailbird. Interestingly enough, an unnamed source told Peace FM Online that the woman eerily resembles Simpson's deceased ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson. While a set date has not been made public, it has been said, that Anna is yet to visit her betrothed at his Lovelock, Nev., correctional facility.Simpson is currently serving a 33-year sentence behind bars for numerous felonies, which include armed robbery and kidnapping. He was acquitted of all charges involving Nicole's and her friend's, Ronald Goldman, 1995 murder.If Anna marries Simpson, she will be wife No. 3.
posted by hot1063.com at 10:51am | link
"DMX Released From Arizona Jail"
X’s criminal defense attorney, Glenn Allen, confirmed with XXL that the Yonkers-bred MC was released after serving four months of a six-month sentence. As previously reported, the Yonkers MC was locked up on March 9 for for five counts of violating his probation, all of which were related to cocaine abuse. The Ruff Ryder was on probation for throwing a food tray at an officer while locked up on drug, theft and animal abuse charges last year.
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July 06, 2010
"Eclipse Tops Long Weekend Box Office"
Eclipse, the third installment of the five-film Twilight franchise, debuted to heated anticipation and generated a stunning $161 million in ticket sales in its first five days of release from Wednesday to Sunday, according to estimates. M. Night Shyamalan enjoyed the best opening - and total gross - for any film in six years with the 3D fantasy adventure The Last Airbender which debuted in second place with an estimated $40.7million over the Friday-to-Sunday period. Sliding down to number three over the holiday weekend was Toy Story 3 which pulled in an estimated $30.2 million in its third week making its cume soar to an amazing $289 million so far. Sliding into fourth place was Grown Ups which grossed an estimated $18.5 million. And rounding out the top five was Knight and Day which took in an estimated $10.2 million this weekend and lifted its 12-day sum to $45.5 million.
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"Jamarcus Russell Busted For Possession"
Russell, who was just recently fired as starting quarterback for the Oakland Raiders, was arrested in Mobile, Alabama on Monday for possession of a controlled substance.According to the Mobile Press-Register that controlled substance is … codeine syrup. Mobile County Sheriff’s spokeswoman Lori Myles says the 24-year-old former LSU star was arrested at his home during an undercover investigation. He graduated from high school in Mobile. Online records show he was booked into the Mobile jail and released on $2,500 bond. The Raiders released Russell in May, just three years after being the No. 1 overall draft pick. He won only seven of his 25 starts and was eventually benched. He’s been criticized for lack of a work ethic. Russell’s arrest is not expected to impact his NFL standing but may impact his signing salary as he shops for a new team. Investigators did not explain today why they launched an undercover operation regarding Russell.
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"Diddy's 4th Of July Party Shuts Down Harrahs"
SEAN ‘DIDDY’ COMBS’ Red White and Blue party at a hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey on Sunday (July 4th) was shut down due to overcrowding - and even the star himself couldn’t get in.The hip-hop mogul organised a bash at the Harrah’s Resort to mark the 4th of July, but security teams at the hotel were overwhelmed by the number of revellers who turned up.The venue was closed off and partygoers were banned from entering or leaving the event for more than an hour. Diddy admits he was caught up in the chaos and was denied entry to his own party. In a series of posts on Twitter he tweeted, "The party was so crazy I couldn’t even get in! Ten thousand people showed up. Damn I was ready to party… I just shut down Atlantic City!" A representative for the event confirmed to the New York Post’s Page Six that it closed early due to the large turnout and Combs was unable to make an appearance.
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"Missy Elliott Gets The Boot At Festival After Late Arrival"
According to reports,Missy did not arrive on time for her scheduled performance over the weekend. She arrived 20 minutes late for her slot at Londons Wireless Festival Saturday July 3rd, and tride to make up for her lateness by performing past her time limit. Festival organizers reacted quickly and cut the sound during "Loose Control". According to Metro UK News Missy, who performed hits like Work It, Pass That Dutch and Get Ur Freak On, announced to festival-goers: "(I'm the) flyest s**t in the house". She also raised eyebrows when she mimed during bits of her set and brought on stage her new protege Sharaya, who didn't bother to sing live either. Elliott is reportedly releasing a new album later this year,
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"Serena Williams Wins Her Fourth Wimbledon Title"
Serena Williams swept Vera Zvonareva in straight sets Saturday to win her fourth Wimbledon title and 13th Grand Slam championship, extending the Williams family dominance at the All England Club.The top-ranked and defending champion American overwhelmed the 21st-seeded Russian 6-3, 6-2 in a one-sided final that lasted just 67 minutes and showed why Williams is considered one of the greatest players of all time.Williams served nine aces, broke three times and never faced a break point in nine service games. She finished the tournament without dropping a set.After converting an overhead smash to finish the match, Williams tossed her racket away, bent backward, looked to the sky, shook her fists and screamed.Williams, who improved her record to 13-3 in Grand Slam finals, added to the Wimbledon titles she won in 2002, 2003 and 2009. However, this was the first time she defeated someone other than her sister Venus in the final.The Williams sisters have now won nine of the last 11 Wimbledon titles. Venus beat Serena in 2008 for her fifth title here.“My dream was able to come true,” Serena said after accepting the Venus Rosewater Dish from the Duke of Kent with a curtsy. “Everyone’s dream can come true if you just stick to it and work hard. This one is very special.”
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July 02, 2010
"If You're Heading To The Movies This Weekend"
Here's What's Opening Nationwide
The Twilight Saga: Eclipse. Episode three in the fantasy saga opens with high school graduation fast approaching, and Bella being forced to choose between her love of a vampire and her friendship with a werewolf . Meanwhile, the Pacific Northwest again finds itself plagued by a string of mysterious slayings. Starring Kristen Stewart, Edward Pattinson, Taylor Lautner, with Anna Kendrick, Dakota Fanning and Bryce Dallas Howard.
The Last Airbender M. Night Shyamalan directs this initial offering in a live- action trilogy based on the popular, animated TV show “Avatar.” First installment in the sci-fi fantasy series opens with the world at war and on the brink of destruction and revolves around the attempt of a young boy to restore peace with the help of a couple friends and a flying bison. Starring Noah Ringer, Nicola Peltz and Jackson Rathbone, Dee Bradley Baker with Dev Patel, Ali Khan and Rohan Shah.
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"Michael Vick Releases Statement"
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick released a statement Thursday saying he had “nothing to do” with a shooting outside a restaurant after a birthday party in his honor there last week. In light of surveillance tape that shows Vick left the Virginia Beach club only three minutes before the shooting, and not 10 minutes earlier as he had previously stated, the athlete says he stands by his original timeline and is continuing to cooperate with authorities. “On June 25, 2010, I attended a birthday party held in my honor at The Guadalajara’s Restaurant in Virginia Beach, Virginia,” Vick stated. “After I left the event, I learned that a man was shot outside the restaurant. I want to assure everyone that I had nothing to do with that incident. I left the restaurant prior to it occurring and did not witness what happened.” The victim was not identified by police but it has been reported that he was Quanis Phillips, one of the co-defendants in the dogfighting case that sent Vick to prison. A hospital spokesman confirmed that Phillips was treated and released last Friday. Vick remains on probation and part of his terms of release is he not allowed to associate with anyone convicted of a felony.
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"Toya Confirms The End Of Tiny And Toya Show"
In an interview with Houston's The Box during BET Awards weekend, Toya Carter confirmed there will not be a third season of "Tiny and Toya".Toya says there's no beef with Tiny, they're just breaking off doing their own things. Toya has a spinoff show titled "Toya's Family Affair" focusing on her boo Memphitz and her daughter Reginae Carter. And she's planning to open a boutique called Like Mother Like Daughter in New Orleans or Atlanta. While Tiny is focusing on her music and her upcoming nuptials.
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"Family Emergency Has Drake Canceling European Tour"
Drake has cancelled the European leg of his Away From Home tour so that he can be by his mother’s side as she undergoes emergency surgery for an undisclosed illness. “Despite my best hopes, it is apparent that my mother will need surgery earlier than anticipated,” Drake said via a statement. “In light of this news, I have made the difficult decision to cancel my European tour in order to support her during her recovery, just as she supported me through the years.“I cannot thank my European fans enough and look forward to performing abroad soon. I ask everyone to please respect my family’s privacy during this time.”Drake has canceled a total of 10 dates on the European run of the tour, which was supposed to start today (July 2nd) in Norway. Shows in Paris, Amsterdam and London are already being scheduled for November 2010, where tickets will be honored for the rescheduled date. Drake will hit the road again on July 16th, when he resume’s the Home Away From Home Tour at Ottawa Bluesfest.
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July 01, 2010
"Lil Wayne Gets Probation In Arizona Case"
Lil Wayne was sentenced to three years probation by an Arizona judge on Wednesday (June 30) for a drug arrest in Yuma in January 2008. Lil Weezy (real name: Dwayne Carter, Jr.) was arrested in Yuma, Arizona in 2008 after authorities found marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy and an unregistered .40-caliber pistol on his tour bus, which was stopped and searched at a U.S. Border Patrol checkpoint. Last month, the rapper struck a deal with the prosecution, in which he would plead guilty to one count of possession of a dangerous drug and dodge jail time. Wayne's probation will begin upon his release from Rikers Island, where he is currently halfway through an unrelated year-long sentence for weapons possession. "We're quite glad that we were able to wrap everything up," Wayne's lawyer said. "It's a favorable plea agreement that will allow Mr. Carter to pursue his career."
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"Will.I.Am Uses Ipad To Help Locate Thief"
As previously reported last week, Black Eyed Peas front-man Will.I.Am had his Bentley broken into where $10,000 worth of jewelry and his ipad were stolen. According to TMZ, in order to locate the perpetrator, he used the ipad's tracking device, where he was able to locate the thief and then forward the information to police. Police were able to regain the rapper's possessions and are close to arresting the thief. In related news, The Black Eyed Peas recently came in at number 16 on Forbes' Annual Power Celeb list with a net worth of $48 million, and the band is currently on their E.N.D. tour in Europe.The group is also denying recent rumors that Fergie is planning to leave the group once the tour ends.
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"R Kelly Is Getting Sued By Former Employee"
R. Kelly returned from World Cup festivities in South Africa to a fresh lawsuit in the United States. Anthony Navarro, a former employee, is accusing the R&B singer of failing to compensate him for the overtime hours he earned in 2007 while Kelly was on tour.In his legal papers, filed in an Illinois court, Navarro claims he and his fellow workers were sometimes forced to toil more than 80 hours a week to help with studio and tour preparations. They were reportedly contracted to be paid time-and-a-half for the additional hours but Navarro alleges he was only paid at the normal rate. Navarro has also named Kelly’s production company, Bass Productions Ltd., in the lawsuit and has cited the U.S. Fair Labor Standards Act and the Illinois Minimum Wage Law in his court filing. He is seeking undisclosed damages and court costs.
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"Fonzworth Bently Is Engaged"
He confirmed to a website that he is engaged to Faune Chambers, who co-starred with Brad Pitt in the phenomenal blockbuster, “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.”“We are so excited!” he said on Wednesday. And he wasn’t playing about the ring. He put on her finger a 3-carat asscher-cut diamond from New York’s Ozuro Fine Jewelry. He went on to say, “I tricked her! She thought it would happen on Christmas but I did it right before New Year’s,She said yes and I was so excited. Afterward, she kept wanting to call and tell her mother and I told her not to – because then we walked into a restaurant where my parents and her parents were waiting. We all had lunch and then I walked them all back to show them where I proposed.”He also mentioned that the wedding is coming soon.
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"Swizz Beatz Owes The Feds Some Loot"
According to the Detroit News' Tax Watchdog blog, Swizzy (real name: Kasseem Dean) owes more than $2.2 million to the state of New York and the IRS for delinquent state and federal taxes.
Here's the rundown, according to the paper:
- The IRS filed a $652,727 lien against Swizz Beatz, real name Kasseem Dean, on June 3 with the Rockland County (N.Y.) Clerk. According to the lien, which you can see here, he owes income taxes from 2008.
- The state of New York filed a $162,300 tax warrant against Dean and his ex-wife Feb. 4, 2009, with the New York County Clerk.
- The IRS filed a $556,986 lien against Dean and his ex-wife on Aug. 18, 2008, in Rockland County. They owe 2007 income taxes, according to this public record.
- The IRS filed an $842,645 lien against Dean and his ex-wife March 4, 2008, with the Somerset County (N.J.) Clerk. According to this lien, they owe income taxes from 2006.
"We have been discussing the issue with the government for years and are currently negotiating an amicable resolution of the dispute," Swizz's attorney said to TheBoomBox.com.The producer has not publicly commented on the situation.
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June 30, 2010
"Em's Recovery Is This Years Best Selling Debut"
Becoming the year's best selling debut, "Recovery" opens on the Billboard 200 chart not just at no.1 this week but with sales of 741,000 copies, outpacing any other release for this year, and setting a bar that no other album has reached for first week sales in almost two years. "It's been 12 years since Eminem signed to Aftermath and Interscope," Jimmy Iovine, Chairman, Interscope Geffen A&M Records said Tuesday. "This is a real watershed moment in his career. In my opinion, with this album Eminem's impact on popular culture, and as a lyricist and writer, puts him on course to be mentioned in the same sentence as Dylan, Springsteen, and Bono." The album's first single, "I'm Not Afraid," debuted at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in May. The song was only the 16th in the 52-year history of the Hot 100 to debut at the top spot, and the first rap song to do so in 13 years. The second single from the album, "Love The Way You Lie" (featuring Rihanna), is already showing tremendous growth at radio, and debuts at #1 on the Singles chart this week, with sales of 337,000
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"Angela Bassett On Deck For Wedding Comedy Broom"
Angela Bassett will star alongside Paula Patton in Columbia's "Jumping the Broom," a wedding-themed ensemble comedy directed by Salim Akil. Also joining the cast are Laz Alonso, Loretta Devine and Romeo Miller. "Broom" revolves around the clash of two black families from opposite ends of the socioeconomic spectrum meeting for the first time during a weekend wedding in Martha's Vineyard. Bassett will play Patton's mother, an heiress and a pillar of the Washington elite. Miller plays Patton's cousin, a senior at Yale. Alonso will play Patton's love interest. Shooting begins in early summer in Nova Scotia. Bassett just wrapped shooting on "Green Lantern," playing Dr. Amanda Waller in the Martin Campbell-helmed Warner Bros. tentpole.
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"Bengals RB Arrested And Charged With Assault"
Cincinnati Bengal running back Cedric Benson faces charges in Texas for allegedly punching an employee in the face at a bar on May 30th.According to court documents, Benson was being escorted from the bar after a fight. While club staff tried to separate him and another person, Benson allegedly spit blood from his injured lip at a bar employee. Then he allegedly punched an employee in the left side of the face.He faces up to a year in prison if he's convicted of assault.Cincinnati Bengal running back Cedric Benson faces charges in Texas for allegedly punching an employee in the face at a bar on May 30th.According to court documents, Benson was being escorted from the bar after a fight. While club staff tried to separate him and another person, Benson allegedly spit blood from his injured lip at a bar employee. Then he allegedly punched an employee in the left side of the face.He faces up to a year in prison if he's convicted of assault.
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