Television

In Case You Missed it: Missy Elliott on VH1′s “Behind the Music” [FULL VIDEO]

Jun, 30 2011 | Written by ATLien

Missy “Misdemeanor” Elliott was featured on VH1′s “Behind the Music” last night and revealed several startling details about her past.

Missy aka Melissa Arnette Elliott is a force in the music industry, with a career that has ranged from songwriter to singer to rapper to producer.

Elliott’s talents and her musical relationship with friend Timbaland launched them both into superstardom.

“I thought I had something that was unique,” said the hip-hop innovator. “I wanted to break down all barriers and be a risk taker.”

Elliott reveals on the show that she was sexually abused by a cousin and she also witnessed her father try to kill her mother. She also talks about the loss of her close friend Aaliyah, and her recent battle with Graves’ Disease.

In case you missed it too, watch the full 1 hour episode of Missy Elliott on VH1′s Behind the Music… Continue Reading…
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VH1′s “Single Ladies” Ep. 1 Recap: Which Single Lady Do You Relate To? [WATCH FULL VIDEO]

Jun, 1 2011 | Written by ATLien

Lisa Raye and Stacey Dash take on prime time in a new VH1 series entitled, “Single Ladies”. The series premiered Monday night with a 2-hour episode.

Executive-produced by Queen Latifah, the show is a scripted “romantic comedy series” taped and set in Atlanta and features a ton of A-Town locations and cameos including Jermaine Dupri, Rozonda “Chill” Thomas, Cam’Ron, Eve, Lauryn London and more.

It’s premise is “the life of an Atlanta single lady” and while it is quite entertaining, there are mixed reviews on how it portrays single life in our city.

“Single Ladies” recap with photos PLUS full video of the 2 hour season premiere below: Continue Reading…
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Dekalb County Police to be Featured on A&E’s “The First 48″

Jan, 25 2011 | Written by ATLien

The show that gave Memphis, Tennesee the title of “murder capital” is coming to Atlanta.

Dekalb County Police has signed a contract with producers of the popular A&E docu-drama “The First 48,” and production crews began shooting just last week.

The metro Atlanta county is divided over how the exposure will affect Dekalb County murder investigations. Some officers believe the national exposure from the documentary television series will help with recruiting, while others are concerned it could actually help criminals instead. Continue Reading…

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Quick Flix/Video: BET’s “The Game” Premiere Episode Private Screening

Jan, 5 2011 | Written by ATLien

BET & Hennessy Black held a private screening of the premiere episode of “The Game” last night at Atlanta’s Strip Restaurant in Atlantic Station.

[READ: Promo Pics: Melanie, Derwin & Nem Are Back at "The Game"]

The event was hosted by Atlanta radio personality Elle Duncan and Hose Chanchez, who plays QB Malik Wright on the show. Also spotted at the event was actor Darrell “Chill” Mitchell, Tyler Perry Studios VP Roger Bob and more.

Thad of Exclusive Access sent over a few shots from the event as well as a bit of video footage.

Check it all out below: Continue Reading…
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Boo’d Up ~ Shaquille O’Neal & Hoopz Hit the Late Show + Keri Hilson’s “Pretty Girl Rock” Performance [VIDEO]

Jan, 5 2011 | Written by ATLien

Shaquille O’Neal and his boo/fiance’ Nicole “Hoopz” Alexander were spotted strutting hand in hand as Shaq arrived to the ‘Late Show’ studios.

I personally like Shaq and Hoopz together (they looked like they had so much fun in that classic Halloween video) but I swear it looks like he’s walking his daughter to school!

Shaq appeared as a guest on the show for what was apparently his first time in a decade.

“It hasn’t been ten years,” David Letterman said. “Has it been ten years?”

When asked why it’s been so long, O’Neal responded, “‘Cause you haven’t called me, Dave.” This impromptu response set O’Neal up for the rest of the interview.

Why didn’t LeBron James stay in Cleveland a little longer? “He didn’t call me either, so I don’t know what went on.”

Did Kobe Bryant get you run out of LA? “I don’t know. He didn’t call me.”

Would Charles Barkley pick you up from the airport? “He never called me, so I don’t know.”

Hilarious! Shaq’s a really funny dude.

Shaq’s interview was followed by a performance by Keri Hilson.

Check out video of Shaq’s hilarious “Late Show” interview PLUS Keri Hilson’s “Late Show” performance of “Pretty Girl Rock” below: Continue Reading…
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What Chilli Wants is a Religious Man and More Babies… [SNEAK PEEK VIDEO]

Dec, 30 2010 | Written by ATLien

TLC’s Rozonda “Chili” Thomas is still on the hunt for her perfect mate. After an unsuccessful attempt to find her dream man on the first season of her hit VH1 reality show, ‘What Chilli Wants.’, Chilli returns to the small screen for a second season of searching.

Included on her list of potentials this season is the hot male model she had on her arm at the 2010 BET hip hop awards, as well as boxer Floyd Mayweather but this time around, Chilli plans to ditch the blind dates, noting that her 13-year-old son Tron is on her mind as she searches for Mr. Right.

“I can’t imagine bringing someone around my son who is not an extraordinary man. He already has an active father [ex-husband Dallas Austin], so whoever is going to be my husband has to be a good figure for my son and add to our family.”

Chilli also admits she’s hoping to find a man soon because she wants more children and she ain’t getting any younger!

“I’m straight up and told all the guys this season I wanted kids. It probably made some of them nervous, but it shouldn’t. I just need to know if we’re on the same page or not because I want more kids.”

Check out a sneak peek trailer from the new season of “What Chilli Wants” + a recent Q&A with Chilli: Continue Reading…

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