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T.I. Sentenced to 11 Months in Federal Prison… *Updated* [COURT PHOTOS]

Oct, 15 2010 | Written by ATLien

A federal judge has sentenced rapper T.I. (real name is Clifford Harris) to 11 months jail time on probation violation charges.

Tip appeared before U.S. District Judge Charles Pannell Jr. today (October 15, 2010) at 2 p.m.

He was represented by a team of six attorneys, including Don Samuel, Ed Garland, Steve Sadow, Janice Capek, Kristen Wright and Dwight Thomas.

T.I. was still on probation for federal weapons charges when he was arrested Sept. 1 on drug charges in Los Angeles. He and his wife, Tameka “Tiny” Cottle, were taken into custody during a traffic stop in West Hollywood in which deputies said they smelled a strong odor of marijuana from inside the car. They were both released on bond.

After the arrest, the rapper?s probation officer filed documents claiming that Tip violated 3 Key Items during the arrest and recommended the hip-hop star spend up to 14 months in jail if found to have breached court regulations.

According to TMZ – T.I. told the judge he needed help for drug addiction and begged not to be sent back to prison. Officer James Polite, one of the officers from Wednesday’s jumper incident testified on T.I.’s behalf

During the hearing, a small fire broke out on the side of the courthouse, causing a stir, but the proceedings continued.

The rapper’s defense attorneys argued that drugs in his system were the result of a root canal and T.I. admitted to using the drugs, after he had dental surgery.? He also asked the judge to sentence him to rehab for drug addiction but he was sentenced to 11 months in prison instead.

“I screwed up,” said Harris, wearing a three-piece gray suit. “I screwed up bigtime, and I’m sorry. I’m truly and sincerely sorry. I don’t want and I don’t need to use drugs anymore. I want them out of my life.

Tip will have to surrender to officials in two weeks to begin serving his jail time on November 1st. [Via AJC]

Photos: FreddyO/ AP

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In Atlanta Gossip,Featured Clifford "T.I." Harris

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RHOA’s NeNe Leakes to Join Celebrity Apprentice?

Oct, 15 2010 | Written by ATLien

Loud mouthed NeNe Leakes of Bravos’ The Real Housewives of Atlanta has ambitions of becoming a star and leaving Atlanta behind.? And we totally support her goals!

NeNe is reportedly joining the 2011 cast of Donald Trump’s Celebrity Apprentice, where she’ll compete alongside the likes of Lil Jon and Star Jones.

I’m not sure how well NeNe will do in this competition. If memory serves, these people actually have to come up with ideas to sell a product and judging from the sales of her book, she may not do too well. It should be fun to watch though….

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In Atlanta Gossip,Featured NeNe Leakes, The Real Housewives of Atlanta

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Tyler Perry is “Tired” of Madea? Cancels Tour Dates!

Oct, 14 2010 | Written by ATLien

Tyler Perry says he’s exhausted and can’t do no more! In a recent letter to his fans, Tyler apologizes but says he’s gonna have to cancel the extended leg of his “Madea” tour:

You have no idea how hard this is for me to do but I wanted you to hear it from me first. After 125 performances in 126 days last spring, and doing two movies back-to-back this summer, then coming right back on tour and doing another 30 performances in as many days it’s all become too much. I?m truly so exhausted.

So, with that said, unfortunately starting next week, October 19th, I am going to have to cancel some dates of the “encore leg” of the MADEA’s BIG HAPPY FAMILY tour. I know a lot of you worked really hard to buy those tickets and I want to assure you that you will be refunded for the ticket price at your point of purchase.

I feel terrible about this and hope you can understand but right now I?m not capable of giving you the show you want and deserve. I hope one day soon I will be able to make it up to you.

I want to thank the nearly 750,000 fans who bought tickets and have crowded these arenas and theaters across the country this year, and made this one of the most special tours I’ve ever had. With me dealing with so much personal grief after the loss of my mother, it could not have come at a better time. You all helped me through it and feeling the love and support of the people who started it all was just what I needed. I felt it and I still do. Thank you.

I am so sorry, but I am starting to realize that I am human and I have to know when to slow down. Again, I am so sorry. I feel like I’ve let you down.

Tyler

Critics may be applauding TP’s decision to shed his fat suit, but 750,000 tickets sold ain’t nothing to sneeze at. Rest assured that the fans love Madea and she’ll be back after getting a bit of R&R.? Next up… Madea’s Family Vacation. LOL!

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I Heard: Sheree? Whitfield?s Blind Date is a Fake Doctor?

Oct, 12 2010 | Written by ATLien

On last night’s episode of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Sheree’ Whitfield hit the singles scene and went on a blind date.? Sheree’ who normally only dances for dollars, took a chance and met her date out for a night of two-stepping.

The lucky fellow, who she described as a “doctor,” sent a car for her and took her straight to SWATS (Southwest Atlanta for all you non-ATLiens). He even brought her store bought flowers!

The two seemed to have hit it off even though they were in the hood and Sheree’ even asked the guy out on a 2nd date.

Now for the good stuff!! While we were tweeting away last night during the show, it was revealed that Sheree’s “blind” date is not a “Doctor” after all. At least, not in the classic sense of the word.

Tiy-E Muhammed has a long sordid history in the “A” and it’s not pretty. Continue Reading…

In Atlanta Gossip,Featured Atlanta Gossip, Sheree Whitfield, The Real Housewives of Atlanta

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Raz B Sends Message to “Pedophiles” Bishop Eddie Long, Marques Houston & Chris Stokes… [VIDEO]

Oct, 11 2010 | Written by ATLien

Way back in 2007, Raz B (formerly of boy band B2K), accused Chris Stokes of touching lil boys.? Raz B released a series of videos that pretty much substantiated his claim, only to retract his statements after “meeting” with Stokes.

We all know in our hearts that some things happened in that group that are unexplainable. THIS bedroom photo pretty much sums it all up but Raz-B’s words basically solidified what everyone was already thinking at the time.

Raz B is back and has a newfound sense of self after partying it up at all the Gay Pride events.

Raz B Hosting the 2010 Blatino Awards (Black Gay Pride)

Raz B recently did a response video to the sermon Bishop Eddie Long did after being accused of sexual coercion with young male members of his congregation.? He also manages to call out Chris Stokes (again) and former bandmate/bff Marques Houston stating, “you pedophiles will burn in hell!”

Here we go again…

Video below: Continue Reading…

In Atlanta Gossip,Featured Bishop Eddie Long, Chris Stokes, Marques Houston, Raz B

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Ciara ~ ?Gimme Dat? [OFFICIAL VIDEO]

Oct, 11 2010 | Written by ATLien

As usual… a day before it was originally set to premiere on VEVO, Ciara?s video for ?Gimmie Dat? has already hit the net.

In the Melina-directed clip, CiCi pops the hood on her black Lambo, and bumps & grinds her way to superstardom in an abandoned parking lot.

Rocking a ?FLY? ensemble that includes a pair of daisy dukes, the singer heads inside a warehouse where she dons an Atlanta Braves fitted cap and busts some serious dance moves before the sky opens up and gets her all wet.

[Sidebar: Watch it quick! It may be gone in a minute…]? **10/12/10 Updated with the official VEVO video **

VIDEO: Ciara “Gimme Dat” [Official Video]

[READ: Ciara’s Not Happy About “Gimme Dat” Crotch Shots – PHOTOS]

There’s nothing like a talented skripper…

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