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After posting my video coverage of the Sprite Step-Off competition a few weeks ago, I had no idea that the video I uploaded of the crowd boo’ing would create such attention.
[READ:? Crowd Boos Zeta Tau Alpha Win + Drake Performance (2010 Sprite Step-Off)]
The Zeta’s winning may be a historic milestone for stepping, but apparently racial issues concerning the hoopla has created controversy surrounding the show. Continue Reading…
During Mo’Nique‘s 2006 appearance on The View, the girls let her have it about not shaving her legs and Barbara Walters was a bit rude to her. So imagine how ecstatic Mo’Nique must have felt to be invited for a one-on-one with Barbara on her annual oscar show. [Sidebar: Payback is a B*TCH? :)) ]
According to online sources, Barbara confided to friends that Mo’Nique was one of her most challenging subjects ever!
“If Barbara needed one more reason to quit the Oscar specials, Mo’Nique gave it to her.”
If you recall, Barbara referred to Mo’Nique’s newborn twins as “creatures” and ultimately took back her statement and called the babies adorable… but not before telling Mo’Nique, “Remember, you come and go. We stay!” in front of a somewhat surprised audience.
[CLICK HERE to watch Mo’Nique’s The View Appearance]
Fast forward to the present and Mo’Nique’s recent inauguration into Hollywood history…Mo never forget about that comment, but said she would do the interview as long as her demands were met.
“She had very specific hair and makeup demands,” claims another source. “She also insisted that Barbara fly down to Atlanta. Barbara usually goes to her subject’s home, whether it’s Tom Cruise or Julia Roberts.
Mo’Nique wouldn’t let Barbara into her house.”
Barbara saved Mo’Nique’s interview for last during her Oscar Special for obvious reasons. Watch the full interview below to see what transpired between the two and check out what Mo’Nique has to say about her hair legs and her “open” marriage: Continue Reading…
Hold your lighters up for the memory of what neo soul crooner D’Angelo USED to be. D’Angelo, whose real name is Michael Archer, was arrested Saturday (March 6) after he allegedly offered an undercover policewoman $40 for oral sex. Continue Reading…
I pulled this oldie but goodie from the archives cause I’m not sittin in front of a computer all day today. I’m headed out for some R&R and may catch me a “call a cab” over at Wet Willies.
In the meantime, check out what Killer Mike… now known as Mike Bigga recalls about old school Atlanta (originally posted March 13, 2009):
I caught up with Killer Mike to capture his Old School Atlanta Memory on tape a few weeks ago. I was expecting the same ole same ole, a’la tales of Freaknik and/or Greenbriar Mall but what I got was Mike’s XXX memories of The Foxy Lady strip club and funny tales of Piedmont Park. It gets no better than this!
Funny how all this time has passed and Killer Mike is still thinking about sex all day… Dontcha just love those A-Town men 🙂
A.D.I.D.A.S. ~ Killer Mike ft. Big Boi & Sleepy Brown
Related:
Killer Mike’s Underground Atlanta
Flashback Friday ~ ?The Whole World? ~ Outkast ft. Killer Mike
Killer Mike Announces Name Change
Big Boi Reminisces About Charles Disco (Video) + SpottieOttieDopalicious
Celebrity hairstylist Derek J. gets the distinguished award of Diva of the Day today!
Known for his outlandish outfits and fashionable attire, the well dressed diva was spotted rocking BCBG pumps and fishnets along with a a $2500.00 vintage Valentino bag.
I see you Derek!
But er umm…I’m gonna need you to sit more like a “lady”!
Photos by FreddyO
Related:
After several leaked tracks from Raymond vs. Raymond hit the net, it appears Usher has went back in the lab to regroup and/or perhaps start over.
In this new track entitled, “Mars vs. Venus” the recently divorced crooner sings about the differences between men & women, proclaiming “I don’t know if I’ll ever win…”
Mars vs. Venus ~ Usher (Raymond vs. Raymond)
The hitmaking duo of Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis align with the superstar for a repeat collaboration. What do you think?
Download link below: Continue Reading…
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