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Porsha Stewart Wants You To Know… (Her DIVORCE Drama is NOT Made for TV!) *STATEMENT*

May, 1 2013 | Written by ATLien

Porsha Stewart of The Real Housewives of Atlanta is denying widespread rumors that the pending divorce filed by her “controlling” ex-NFL baller hubby, Kordell Stewart, is a publicity stunt.

[FLASHBACK: Divorce Stunts & Shows: Kordell Locks Porsha Out + Another Gay Rumor Surfaces... ]

While I highly doubt that the couple would take the same fraudulent route of Nene & Gregg (who went all the way through with ending their marriage (on paper), which basically secured Nene’s million dollar RHOA payday (click HERE to refresh your memory) and won them a reality spin-off based on their “RE” marriage.

[READ: REALITY SHOW ALERT! Bravo Announces 'I Dream of Nene' Wedding Special]

But I digress…

Things have been looking up for Porsha since all of the divorce drama started, which basically secured her spot on the popular show after her lackluster performance during the 5th season.

But despite all of the speculation, Porsha says it’s not a front (and I believe her).

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5 Life Lessons Revealed in Love & Hip Hop Atlanta Season 2 Ep 2 (FULL VIDEO)

May, 1 2013 | Written by ATLien

Just for the record, Mimi Faust of Love & Hip Hop Atlanta has apparently embraced the maid title that Joseline Hernandez gave her last week on episode 1 (click HERE if you missed that).

[Sidebar: Hopefully the misspelling on the t-shirt above was on purpose... ]

The 2nd episode of the second season of our favorite hood soap opera aired last Sunday and it continues to entertain.

I don’t know if you noticed, but this season I’m determined to get more out of watching this nonsense than just my guilty ghetto pleasures … in fact, I’m hoping that LHHATL teaches us all a few life lessons (or things NOT to do).

[READ: 5 Life Lessons Revealed in LHHATL Season 2 Episode 1 (FULL VIDEO)]

So in continuing with the theme of ‘Life Lessons’ revealed, check out my list below PLUS watch the full Love & Hip Hip Atlanta S2, Ep 2… Continue Reading…
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RHOA’s Peter Thomas Announces 1st Annual ‘UnScripted Reality Awards’… [PHOTOS]

May, 1 2013 | Written by ATLien

The City of Atlanta has officially transition from the great ‘music boom’ of the 90′s to the ‘reality show mecca’ of the new millennium and as evidence of this known fact, ‘Househusband’ Peter Thomas of The Real Housewives of Atlanta has created a new awards show.

Peter invited a few reality stars and several media outlets to his Bar One Restaurant and Lounge last night (April 1, 2013) to make the special announcement.

Thomas, along with Love & Hip Hop Atlanta’s Benzino and David Mays (the founders and creators of ‘How Can I Be Down’ Music Conference, The Source Magazine, The Source Awards and Hip Hop Weekly), have teamed up to produce the first ever “UnScripted Reality Awards.”

The UnScripted Reality Awards will honor individuals who star in the plethora of reality shows that entertain and intrigue us.

There is an award show that acknowledges and honors the incredible talent and overwhelming influence of Reality TV Stars. Just as the film community has the Oscars, the music community has the Grammys, and the television community has the Emmys, this award show will bring focus to the genre that is steadily making a huge mark on popular culture.

In addition to Peter and his supermodel ‘housewife’ Cynthia Bailey, several reality show stars came out ~~hoping to score brownie points for an award~~ in support of the new venture, including cast members from Love & Hip Hop Atlanta, The Kandi Factory, Married to Medicine, R&B Divas, Basketball Wives, Big Rich Atlanta and more.

Photos + additional details about the new awards show below… Continue Reading…
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5 Secrets Inadvertently ‘Revealed’ During Real Housewives of Atlanta “Secrets Revealed” Special (Ep. 24)… [FULL VIDEO]

Apr, 29 2013 | Written by ATLien

The Real Housewives of Atlanta‘s 5th season came to a close last week with the conclusion of their 3-part reunion show…

[READ: RECAP: RHOA Season 5 Reunion Show (Part 3) + Watch Full Video... ]

The season may be over, but apparently Bravo still had a few unseen clips to “reveal” to RHOA fans.

Episode 24 was dedicated to to disclosing secrets from never-before-seen footage from season 5. Bravo gave viewers an inside peek during the “Secrets Revealed” special, which featured previously unaired footage from several RHOA events including: Phaedra Parks‘ pet funerals, Cynthia Bailey‘s fashion show, Apollo Nida‘s photo shoot, Lawrence Washington‘s “salon opening.” the housewives’ reactions during reunion and more.

One scene leaked prior to the show, included Kenya Moore attempting to spread yet ANOTHER gay rumor. This time her focus wasn’t on Walter Jackson, but on her fellow cast mates.

[READ: Nene Leakes & Cynthia Bailey = Lovers AND Friends? (PHOTOS + VIDEO)]

There were a few scenes that were entertaining, however the best “secrets” revealed last night were probably not intended to be disclosed.

Check out a few secrets NOT revealed during the “Secrets Revealed” special + watch full episode below… Continue Reading…
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Usher Raymond Sings at Michael Jordan’s Wedding… [PHOTOS]

Apr, 29 2013 | Written by ATLien

NBA legend Michael Jordan dances in the above photo with his lovely new bride, Yvette Prieto.

Prieto wore a French silk voile corseted sheer sheath gown by J’Aton Couture, in an ecru palette with accents of flesh tones, with handmade silk lace created especially for her, and enhanced with Swarovski crystals.

The pair peered romantically into each other’s eyes as they were serenaded by non other than superstar crooner Usher Raymond.

Jordan reportedly cut a huge pay check for Raymond to perform at the sport star’s lavish reception after he tied the knot with his model girlfriend of five years in Palm Beach, Florida on Saturday (April 27, 2013).

MJ brought in Robin Thicke to serenade Prieto. Returning the favor, the bride surprised her legendary NBA superstar hubby with a set by none other than Usher.

While Usher worked the stage, he wasn’t the only superstar in the room during the star-studded West Palm Beach wedding. Attendees included: Michael’s mom, Deloris Peeples, daughter Jasmine Jordan; his ex-Bulls teammate Scottie Pippen; director Spike Lee; Ahmad Rashad; Tiger Woods, Patrick Ewing and more.

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GA Gov. Nathan Deal Signs Tameka Raymond’s ‘Kile Glover Boat Education Law’… [PHOTOS]

Apr, 29 2013 | Written by ATLien

Last week, Tameka Raymond visited the Holiday Marina at Lake Lanier, the same lake where her 11 year old son, Kile Glover, was killed in an unfortunate jet ski accident last Summer.

[READ: Arrest Made in Jet Ski Death of Kile Glover + Tameka Raymond Lobbies for Tougher Water Safety Laws...]

Tameka’s visit was clearly a bittersweet one. The grieving mother, who wore a shirt bearing her late son’s image, witnessed her hard work come to fruition as she watched Georgia Governor Nathan Deal sign SB 136 in to law (April 23, 2013).

[Sidebar: SB 136 was a bill that lowers the blood-alcohol content limit for boaters from the standard .10 to an .08, it also increases penalties for those caught boating while intoxicated. The legislation also serves to better educate the public on boater safety and guidelines.]

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