The Daily Buzz For April 24

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J. Cole Rocks Zink Magazine’s April Issue

J. Cole rocks the April 2013 issue of Zink magazine. He gets dapper in a suit and tie, and also poses in a black leather vest and jacket in a couple of his snapshots.

A little over a week ago, the Roc Nation rapper dropped the accompanying visuals to his Miguel-assisted “Power Trip” – which may have surprised fans with the ending, when it comes out that he’d murdered Miguel. In an interview with MTV News, he revealed that his team was a little hesitant about casting the singer as a victim in the clip – and after no one else pitched the idea to Miguel, he decided to ask him himself. He said:

A week goes by, and I’m like, ‘What’s up with Miguel? I haven’t heard nothing back, we’re tryna move on the video, get the location, get the dates,’ and everybody’s real hesitant, like, ‘Oh we haven’t gotten a chance to pitch it to him,’ and I finally realize what’s happening … nobody has the balls to go to Miguel and tell him.” At this point, Cole figured he had to take matters into his own hands if anything was going to be accomplished, so he called Miguel.

I was really hype explaining it to him, and after I tell him the concept I say, ‘I want you to be the boyfriend, getting murdered,’ and he was just like ‘It’s crazy you say that because right as you were telling me the story, [I] thought I should be the boyfriend, I should be the one getting killed.’ So he was down for it, but it just took me to have that creative conversation with him.

Magazine is on stands now!

Teirra Marie, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Tahiry Jose Attend ‘Holla II’ Premiere

Recently, the cast and crew, along with a few celebs came out to support the new horror film, “Holla II”, in NYC and Atlanta. The film, which is the first black comedy horror film to hit theatres in 13 years, was directed by HM Coakley and executive produced Monica “DollPhace” Floyd. Vanessa Bell Calloway, Drumma Boy, Teairra Marie, Tahiry Jose, Tiffany Foxx and some other fancy folk were in attendance. Peep some of the pics.

Looks like fun!

BUSTED: Big Sean SNAPPED Partying With A CLIQUE Of STRIPPERS

As G.O.O.D. Music rapper Big Sean puts the final touches on his sophomore disc, Hall Of Fame, he was busted blowing off some steam at a private party with a "Clique" of strippers.

Since his "Dance (A$$)" track became an anthem for many ladies who work the pole, it's not surprising that Big Sean would enjoy a lap dance every now and then.  But since he just went public with his relationship with "Glee" star Naya Rivera, we just thought he'd curb his behavior...a little. Or at least be smart enough to not let your homies Instagram the ish.

In the pic, which was snapped at a private party and posted on Instagram yesterday, he seems to be indulging in skripper behavior with his hands are all over the stripper's genitalia.

It doesn't mean he's cheating though...it could just be a case of boys beings boys.

Get Ready for New RHOA Spinoff : I Dream of NeNe

Yess, let the haters rejoice…. NeNe has yet again sealed another deal with Bravo. The cable network has greenlit its second*Real Housewives of Atlanta*wedding-themed spinoff, giving series orders to*I Dream of Nene: The Wedding.

Following*Kim*Zolcia  k’s spinoff, I Dream of Nene (working title) will feature the former spouses planning their wedding of a lifetime as*The New Normal*actress enlists the help of celebrity wedding planner*Tiffany Cook*to plan the ceremony. Nene’s bridal party, including*Cynthia Bailey*and*Marlo Hampton, will also be prominently featured during the series.

Premiering in the fall, the series will feature plenty of*Housewives*and celebrities as the invited guests make the trek to the “Hollywood of the South” for the Leakes’ second chance at happiness.The series hails from True Entertainment and Nene Leakes Productions for Bravo.

Exec producers include*Steven Weinstock, Glenda Hersh, Lauren Eskelin, Carlos King, Megan Sanchez-Warner*and Nene Leakes. Finally a spin off show worth watching….

The Real Rick Ross Addresses Rapper Rick Ross' Date Rape Lyrics

Rapper Rick Ross created quite the controversy when his date rape lyrics caused him to lose his Reebok deal. Many wondered what Rick Ross was thinking when he put out that verse, but I know things sometimes happen.

Now, in an effort to save his name, the real Freeway Rick Ross has commented on the issue and says the rapper Rick Ross is dragging his name through the mud.

You can check out the real Freeway Rick Ross' statement about the rapper Rick Ross' date rape lyrics when you click on that "Read below:

When we are young we make mistakes and some can be life altering. I made my mistakes, paid for it and have since lived my life to help the youth to not make those same mistakes I made. So while the real Freeway Ricky Ross is telling the youth not to sell drugs "the rapper Rick Ross" is glorifying it and reprogramming those young men and women I am trying to save.

It saddens me to listen to the lyrics to that "Date-Rape Song". I want everyone to know the real Freeway Ricky Ross doesn't rap or would never speak that way. "The Rapper" has taken my name and old lifestyle to make millions without any regards for anything he says that can hurt the positive I am trying to do in the community. This is the reason why I filed the lawsuit. To recover my name!

I'm stuck in a real life "CB4" situation and it really isn't funny to me. Rape is never a positive thing and on behalf of my name, I want to say "this whole situation saddens me".

So what do you guys think about this?

NOT AGAIN! VOGUE Netherlands Uses "Blackface" For CONTROVERSIAL Editorial

VOGUE Netherlands has joined the growing list of European publications putting non-Black models in blackface.   As the "blackface" craze continues, it's beginning to look like European fashion editors and photographers are under the assumption that the world is lacking beautiful BLACK models worthy of their editorials.  Or that there's no harm in painting non-black faces black for "creative" purposes.

We told you a while ago about French fashion magazine Numéro using a white model to pay tribute to African Queens and now, Vogue Netherlands has used a white model to pay tribute to Grace Jones and Josephine Baker!

In the editorial, which was intended to honor Marc Jacobs' 2008 and 2009 seasons (which took inspiration from Grace and Josephine), Vogue Netherlands painted model Querelle Jansen's face black and used wigs to mimic the texture of black hair.  This follows a long list of other fashion mags (Vogue Paris, L'Officiel Hommes, V) that have all used blackface in recent years.  We have to ask....were all the Black chicks booked for other gigs?

It's no wonder the winner of "The Face" , Devyn Abdullah, didn't want to be identified as "Black" since European mags don't seem to hire Black models....even when the editorial is tributing someone of African descent!

Should Black readers (around the world) be outraged at this outright refusal to use Black models?  Or do we just say anyone of any color should be able to portray black figures...in black face...

SPEAK ON IT!

Jay-Z Covers TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential!

Jay-Z covers one of TIME’s seven “100 Most Influential People in the World” issue.  Jay’s piece in the magazine was written by the Mayor of New York City, Michael Bloomberg.

Check out what the Mayor had to say:

Jay Z embodies so much of what makes New York New York. A kid from a tough neighborhood who grows up in public housing, overcomes lots of bad influences on the street, never lets go of his dream, makes it to the top — and then keeps going, pursuing new outlets for his creativity and ambition. When no one would sign him to a record contract, he created his own label and built a music empire — before going on to design clothing lines, open sports bars and, most recently, represent professional athletes. He’s an artist-entrepreneur who stands at the center of culture and commerce in 21st century America, and his influence stretches across races, religions and regions. He’s never forgotten his roots — “Empire State of Mind” was a love song to our city — and as a co-owner of the NBA Nets, he helped bring a major league sports team back to Brooklyn, not far from his old neighborhood. In nearly everything he’s tried, he’s found success. (He even put a ring on Beyoncé.) And in doing so, he’s proved that the American Dream is alive and well.

Jennifer Hudson Honored at the 2013 GRAMMYs on the Hill Awards

Last week in Washington D.C. at the Hamilton, GRAMMY-award winning artist Jennifer Hudson performed at the GRAMMYs on the Hill Awards, and was honored with the Recording Artists’ Coalition Award for her artistic achievements and philanthropic efforts.

Recording Academy President/CEO Neil Portnow said ”We are elated to recognize Jennifer Hudson as not only a gifted musician and actress but as an extraordinary humanitarian who has selflessly contributed her time and talent to numerous worthwhile causes,” She is one of the industry’s most enduring, giving and gifted women, and we are privileged to be honoring her artistry, her commitment, and her generosity.”

GRAMMY-winning songwriter Angela Hunte and GRAMMY winner Yolanda Adams share a laugh at the GRAMMYs on the Hill Awards on April 17 in Washington, D.C.

SESAC President/COO Pat Collins, Recording Academy Chief Advocacy & Industry Relations Officer Daryl Friedman, Jennifer Hudson, Clive Davis, and Recording Academy President/CEO Neil Portnow arrive at the GRAMMYs on the Hill Awards on April 17 in Washington, D.C.

Proceeds will benefit the GRAMMY Foundation®’s Signature Schools, which provides support for underserved music programs throughout the country, and a GRAMMY Foundation Signature School that has demonstrated excellence in music education will receive a grant to support its music initiatives.

The evening was sponsored by SESAC.

Gossip Game’s Ms.Drama Calls Cast Members Snakes, ‘I Am Queen & Will Be Respected’

Hands down, Candice “Ms.Drama” Williams, is making a name for herself on VH1’s latest reality show, ‘The Gossip Game’. Just into the third episode of the season, Ms. Drama, possibly staying true to her pen name, has been making a few enemies thus far. In an interesting twist, the Spelman alum’s recent blog for VH1 about the latest episode focuses on positivity, how she’s growing her brand, and the drama surrounding her cast mates. Peep the excerpts below.

The photo shoot in essence was my first test. I knew that going into the shoot there would likely be more people interested in seeing me fail then succeed, but if you never show up to take the test – then how can you expect to pass it and move forward?

Throughout this episode my focus and energy is on my business, my career and enhancing my brand. Yet, sadly there seems to be a constant shift towards the negativity – whether it’s from the girls or even El Racheto, who apparently can only use her words (however limited they are) when I am not around.

Nevertheless, I manage to press on through my photo shoot and into my revealing party where I naively invite snakes into my private affair. They slither in the back of me making faces; they squirm in the corner cackling at their lewd and offensive jokes, all this while I must play hostess to my special invited guests.

Fortunately, I can read between the lines, and I offer a thorough READING to those at the event who manage to slither in: “I am a Queen and I Shall Be Respected”.

Peep pics from her photo shoot below.

Gossip Game airs Monday nights on VH1 at 9 PM.

Lauryn Hill EVICTED For Not Paying Rent!

As she prepares for her sentencing next week for tax fraud, Lauryn's landlord is pissed she skipped out on paying rent last month. 

Lauryn's been renting a mansion in South Orange, NJ since 2009.  TMZ reports her landlord filed court documents demanding her to pay up or GET OUT!  Apparently, she didn't come off any dollars, so the lawsuit for eviction is a GO.  Right now, she's technically a squatter.

And if she gets sentenced to prison for tax fraud next week, she'll be moving out that house anyway and into the other big house.

Jason Derulo Strips Off For New Promo Shot

Jason Derulo has been working up a sweat in the gym and, with a new music on the horizon, seems keen to share the fruits of his labor. Case, point, this freshly unwrapped promo snap.

The revealing shot comes on the heels of the premiere of the 22-year-old’s latest single ‘The Other Side’ – which serves as the lead release from his third studio album (due later this year).

We imagine girlfriend Jordin Sparks has a lot to smile about.

Your thoughts?

Uncle Luke wants you to “b” safe with b condoms

Uncle Luke wants you to “b” safe with b condoms.  b condoms the premium condom brand with a social mission, announced this morning a partnership with hip-hop artist and free speech advocate Luther “Uncle Luke” Campbell. Mr. Campbell will help b condoms counteract the disproportionate impact that teen pregnancy, HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections are having on underserved communities.

As part of the effort, Mr. Campbell will donate 5,000 Platinum XL b condoms to Miami, FL area non-profit organizations this summer. Mr. Campbell will donate 1,000 Platinum XL b condoms through “Let the Runway Meet the Cause” to Empower U during the Florida Fashion Designers Expo Florida fashion week in Miami, FL.

“I am very excited to partner with b condoms to advocate safe sex,” said Luther Campbell . “Teen pregnancy and STDs are mostly impacting African-Americans and Latinos and I want to help make a difference.  It’s time for everyone to go Platinum.”

For more information about b condoms, go to http://www.bcondoms.com/

Out & About: Christina Milian Grabs Lunch In Beverly Hills

Christina Milian was spotted outside of Mr. Chow in Beverly Hills on Monday, after dining with her mother and a friend.

She rock’d a long sleeve printed top, black leggings and over the knee boots as she waited for her ride at the valet. The 31-year-old singer and actress is currently working on her fourth studio album, which she plans to release via YMCMB.

Karrine Explains Relationship with Lil Wayne

Bad news for all of Lil Wayne's other bitches. Your relationship will always include Karrin Superhead Steffans...

Karrine writes on her Karrine and Co blog

People always ask me why I don't just leave him. He'll never be with me.

I'd never be with him. I'm married. He's everywhere.

He said this about me in that song and this song. Why am I still here?

Because no matter what we've done, no matter where we've been, no matter where we'll end up, we are connected by one thing and one thing only.

Unconditional love.

I depend on that love when someone breaks my heart. It is to him I run. And I know he depends on me and, when he does, I am there.

Never a question, never a denial.

I don't care where he's been and he cares nothing of where I was the second before I fall into his arms. I don't share in his world and he doesn't participate in mine. We create our own where only we live, love, and know.

And when I am broken into a million f**king pieces, it is he who makes me whole, who picks me up from the floor and reminds me he provides a greater love than that of any other man.

He never leaves me.

He never leaves me.

So, the world doesn't have to understand as long as I understand and he knows that there are no amount of miles, no amount of arguments, lovers, or lies that could make me turn my back on him or force him to walk away from me.

It's not easy.

It's not perfect.

It just is.

WHATEVER!

AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES

‘I Know You Want Me’

Here is a fact: A bear is always cooler that a Pitbull….any type of Pitbull.

HAVE A GREAT DAY EVERYBODY!!!!!!!!

EFREM

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NICK CANNON in KONTROL MAG!

Kontrol Magazine sat down exclusively with cover boy, Nick Cannon, wearing Missoni for the “Make It Better” Issue…this is the first of 3 covers. Nick isn’t the same lanky guy that starred in Love Don’t Cost A Thing. Wildin Out on MTV or the over cocky guy in Drumline…he has most certainly evolved right before our very eyes. The 31 year old, has been through a lot this past year. Earlier in 2012, Nick was hospitalized for mild kidney failure and was diagnosed with lupus nephritis, followed by another medical visit weeks later due to blood clots in his lungs, forcing Nick to give up his New York City radio gig and focus more on his health.

How’s his health now? “I’m doing good. I’m doing a lot better than I was. I was on my death bed, but the doctor said I got a clean bill of health, I’m healthier than I’ve ever been before.

Check out a few snippets of his interview below:

Nick’s take on fashion:

“I believe fashion is all about making a statement. Whenever you put something on as long as it’s saying something…You play with colors and textures it’s all about really just making that statement.” And when the topic of designers comes up? Cannon says without hesitation, “Right now I’d have to go with Tom Ford. The fact that he kind of goes over the top but still knows how to keep it classy.”

His advice for Roc and Roe:

Roe: “If you respect yourself, [men] will respect you. As soon as you give away your dignity, whatever you believe that to be, that’s when people will start to treat you as such.

Roc: “Go hard! Simple. Whatever it is. Just don’t be mediocre at anything. Anything you try, try to be the best you can possible be.”

Is The House of Christian Dior RACIST?

Dior accused of runway 'racism' by major casting director who says 'pointedly white' catwalk shows 'feel deliberate'

Creative director Raf Simons slammed by James Scully from Tom Ford

Luxury fashion house Dior has been slammed by a major casting director for using only white models in their runway shows.

The brand's creative director Raf Simons was criticised by James Scully who heads up model casting at Tom Ford, Jason Wu, Derek Lam, Stella McCartney, Lanvin and Carolina Herrera.

Scully even commented that Simons' message was similar to that of his predecessor John Galliano, who was accused of racism following a drunken, anti-Semitic rant outside a Parisian cafe in 2011.

Speaking to James Lim on BuzzFeed, Scully said: 'I feel the Dior cast is just so pointedly white that it feels deliberate. I watch that show and it bothers me - I almost can't even concentrate on the clothes because of the cast.

'And recently they're changing from a very diverse, worldwide, multicultural cast to just a very Germanic-looking white girl.

'Natalie Portman could complain that John Galliano was a racist, but I feel [Dior designer] Raf Simons sends the same message. I don't know what the difference is. If I were at Dior tomorrow, there would be black girls in that show.'

Scully went on to accuse further houses - Saint Laurent, Louis Vuitton and Chanel - of not being racially diverse enough, saying that in his opinion 'the more diverse, the better'.

The influential casting director also commented that Calvin Klein avoided getting 'into trouble' through 'tokenism': casting one black girl but no more.

Raf Simons succeeded John Galliano as creative director of Dior in 2011, following Galliano's anti-Semitic rant outside a Paris cafe earlier that year

Other casting directors backed him up. John Pfeiffer, who casts models for Michael Kors, Bottega Veneta, Donna Karan, Diane von Furstenberg and Victoria's Secret, said that diversity is extremely important, but that 'when you see one black girl and one Asian girl in a show casting, obviously there's tokenism'.

Chad Ochocinco VS Evelyn Lozada Redux this time.....On TWITTER

Chad Ochocinco struck Evelyn Lozada once again....but this time it was on Twitter

Chad Ochocinco lashed out as his ex-wife Evelyn Lozada.  But unlike the first time....this was a virtual smackdown.  Ev's ex-husband used his Twitter timeline to throw a few jabs at Evelyn's publicist Danika Berry....and of course Evelyn was caught in the crossfire. In the tweets, Chad makes reference to Evelyn cheating on him with more than one person and insinuates that she might be sleeping with someone from the YMCMB crew to keep her money up.

So far, Danika has not responded to Chad and we're not sure why he got so upset with her for doing PR for her client....it's her job.  On Evelyn's side, she has not addressed Chad directly but she did tweet....

And on Instagram she posted.....

SMH....remember when he was so hard pressed to get her back?

Man Accused of Accidentally Killing Tameka Raymond’s Son, Pleads Not Guilty

This week, a hearing was held, regarding the death of 11-year-old Kile Glover, the son of Tameka Raymond and stepson of Usher Raymond. Jeffrey Hubbard, the man accused of losing control of his watercraft and colliding with Kile, entered not guilty pleas to charges of homicide with a vessel, reckless operation of a vessel, unlawful operation of a personal watercraft, boat traffic violation, and serious injury by vessel.

He is due back in court, later this year.

Rihanna Tour Buses Stopped And Drugs Found

The border between Michigan and Canada and law enforcement sources say authorities found weed.

A total of 10 buses were stopped at the Ambassador Bridge, which separates Windsor, Canada and Detroit. Inspectors smelled marijuana on one of the buses and initiated a secondary, bus-to-bus search.

Inspectors then brought drug-sniffing dogs on board, and one of them made a beeline for a passenger and authorities found he was in possession of pot. We’re told he was cited with a civil penalty.

Rihanna was not on any of the buses.

The real headline — they only found a “small amount” of marijuana on one person in one bus. Who woulda thunk?

Bobby Brown Turns Himself In to Jail For DUI and gets released in 9 HOURS!

Bobby Brown has surrendered to authorities and will begin a 55-day jail sentence for a driving under the influence conviction.  Brown was taken into custody inside an L.A. courtroom, where he appeared with his high-powered attorney Tiffany Feder. Brown had been ordered to turn himself in following his most recent DUI conviction

Now he has been released from jail after serving just nine hours of his 55 day sentence.

He was released and put on electronic monitoring by Los Angeles County Probation, a spokesman for the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Office said. The R&B singer is required to wear an ankle bracelet.

He is currently home with his family, a representative for the R&B star said in a statement to ABC News.

“Mr. Brown has accepted responsibility for what occurred last October 2012. Mr. Brown is pleased that the matter has been resolved and to be home with this wife and young son,” Brown’s attorney, Christopher Brown, said in a statement to ABC News.

Jennifer And Octavia Spencer To Star In Movie

The Lifetime Original Movie event Call Me Crazy: A Five Film, which brings together an all-star ensemble cast with five interwoven stories about how everlasting bonds of love and family can overcome life’s most challenging hurdles, will make its world premiere on Saturday, April 20th, at 8:00pm ET/PT. Call Me Crazy stars Academy Award and Golden Globe winners Jennifer Hudson and Octavia Spencer. Jennifer Hudson will star in the movie as Maggie, which focuses on the female veteran that returns home from war to her son and father (Ernie Hudson), only to have her life shattered

 by the onset of post-traumatic stress disorder.

Octavia Spencer will appear as a psychotherapist, who helps Lucy, a law student who finds herself amidst the horror of schizophrenia, landing her in an institution.

Nicki Minaj suffers ANOTHER wardrobe malfunction!

And that was the case yet again for the singer as she exposed herself in behind-the-scenes footage from her new music video.

The provocative singer hopped into a jacuzzi to film segments for the video for High School, her latest track, which is a collaborative effort with Lil Wayne.

Dressed in a plunging lime green one-piece, it’s little surprise that Nicki suffered a wardrobe malfunction.

She seemed insouciant as she spilled out of the daring one-piece while splashing around in front of the camera.

‘This jacuzzi is fun!’ Nicki yells above the bubbles. ‘Get in crew, get in!’

 It's hardly a surprise: The singer was sporting a plunging lime green swimsuit which couldn't contain her curves

Nicki’s diva behavior is apparent throughout the video, especially during segments where she has a bodyguard carry her around set in his arms.

At one point the 30-year-old is ferried across the lawn while draped in a flimsy towel, while at another she sports a tight yellow dress and sky high platform heels.

It is not by any means the first time the Superbass star has had a very public nip slip.

She famously flashed the crowd while performing live on Good Morning America in August 2011, dressed in a skimpy crop top.

The American Idol judge also accidentally bared her areola during a live broadcast of The Re-Up on BET in November 2012.

The calm before the storm: The video was shot days before Lil Wayne, who is now recuperating, was rushed to hospital after suffering uncontrollable seizures

The High School behind-the-scenes footage also features Lil Wayne, and was shot before he was rushed to hospital after suffering seizures.

Louis Vuitton 2013 Spring/Summer Lookbook

For its 2013 spring/summer collection, Louis Vuitton calls upon nautical expeditions, luxurious sporting and laid-back outfitting as central themes of its expansive range. While fluorescent plaid and sporty, eye-catching designs decorate shorts and T-shirts with athletic aspirations, cashmere pullovers, linen shirts and classic footwear profiles display a softer, more casual elegance.

Elsewhere, well-fitted blazers, suiting, and a prestigious eyewear range showcase the French fashion house’s timeless approach towards tailoring. Rounded out by a luxe set of bags - in both classic and bright, hiker-inspired renditions of the iconic monogram - the lookbook displays the elegant range against a lush East African coastal backdrop. Lightweight, technical and above all, luxurious, the collection is a no-brainer for the modern globetrotter.

Look for the collection at Louis Vuitton boutiques soon.

Kenya Moore Calls the Husbands on RHOA ‘Catty Little Women’?

RHOA’s Kenya Moore AKA Miss “Gone With The Wind Fabulous” had a LOT to say about the behavior of the husband’s of RHOA. On the latest episode, her ex-boyfriend Walter Jackson attended every event the cast members hosted. Not one to be silent, the 46-year-old former Miss USA took to her RHOA blog to blast Apollo, Peter and Kordell and also had some choice words about Walter. Peep the excerpts below.

I find it interesting that Peter, Apollo, and Kordell act like catty little women more than their wives. Is that even possible? I am choosing my words carefully but they act like little (rhymes with witches). They were all salivating at the mouth to listen to my spiteful, dateless ex hurl pitiful and juvenile comments aimed to insult and degrade me after seeing how fabulous I looked at the event with my famous friend.

I twirled in looking Gone with the Wind Fabulous.  I felt incredible that night, and after seeing how dumb and trite a 46-year-old-mid-life-crisis-having “man” can act, I also clearly mitigated my damages by dodging a bullet in the relationship department.

My ex may have been invited by Peter, but he knew full-well cameras would be present and yet he showed up anyway after I asked him not to attend any functions where he knew I would be. Atlanta may be small, but when you are a fame whore riding off the coattails of someone else’s celebrity, you seek out any moment you can to get your 15 minutes.

The same is true for Kandi’s housewarming. I adore Kandi, but she knew he would be there and it was obviously a trap to get me to get into some big drama-filled spectacle of a blow out with my ex. Phaedra, Apollo, and Peter all conspired to purposely make me feel uncomfortable, threatened, and embarrassed, so I immediately left. No one puts Baby in the corner!

A REAL man would never lead a woman on, try to humiliate or hurt them, or try to intimidate them once you have broken up for the sake of more camera time or fame. No one forced anyone to be mean, hateful, evil, or stupid. I’ve dated some incredible men in my life, all of whom I have remained friends with except him. I have been proposed to 6 times, and I respectfully declined as I was not ready. I am not the person with not one, but TWO FAILED MARRIAGES and a child out of wedlock. I have been careful for a reason.”

WHEW. In other Kenya news, according to reports she has twirled her way onto Barnes & Noble shelves.The success of “Booty Bootcamp” workout DVD has made Kenya the first housewife to have a top ten selling workout DVD.

Michael Baidsen is leaving RADIO!

Popular radio personality and author Michael Baisden posted a mysterious message on the show’s Facebook page kinda sorta alluding to his departure from radio. Baisden is known for his popular love and relationship books, “The Maintenance Man” and “Men Cry In The Dark”. “The Michael Baisden Show” known as ‘Grown Folks Radio’ is heard in over 70 markets across the country but was cancelled in  New York, Dallas and Philadelphia. During his broadcast he posted this message:

Michael confirmed his departure, with a lengthy message. Check it out below.

Michael Baisden Commentary: It’s Not About The Job It’s About The Journey (Yes, I’m leaving radio)

Who would have ever thought that a black man from the South Side of Chicago, with no college degree, no formal training in radio, TV, or writing, and the youngest son to a single 17 year-old teenaged mother with three children, would one day lead civil rights protest and help to elect the first black President. Life is truly amazing!

I am proud of what I have accomplished with my life and look forward to what is to come next. Life is full of new beginnings, whether it’s a new relationship or a new business venture; change is the one constant…and we must learn to embrace it.

For years I’ve encouraged you to step out on faith to live your dream, to never compromise your principles, and most importantly, not to be afraid to try something new, but above all else, dare to be different. Well, it’s time for me to practice what I preach!

When I began writing books in 1993, my only goal was to have a positive impact and challenge people to think outside the box. In 1995 I took that leap of faith and left my job with a four-year-old child to support, three thousand dollars in my pocket, and a dream. And as strange as this may sound, there was never a doubt in my mind that I would make it.

Call it cockiness or confidence, but I was determined that no force on earth was going to stop me from realizing my dreams. And after five best selling books, two stage plays, two televisions shows, three DVDs, and one of the most successful radio programs in history, I’m just getting started!

No, it was not my intention to leave radio, I had plans for The Michael Baisden Live Tour, my 10-year anniversary party in DC in July, and I was looking forward to being on the air this summer to get justice for Trayvon Martin and his family.

But sometimes fate, the universe, God, or however you want to label that undeniable force, has it’s own plans. Someone once told me that the greatest experiences in life are unplanned ones. I guess I’m about to test that theory.

The details about what happened are not important, what is important is that we stay connected. I will continue to say good morning and good night and post encouraging comments on Baisden Live on Facebook and Twitter daily, along with those breath-taking pictures. I hope you won’t get tired of reading my post now that I’ll have more time on my hands. lol

It’s been my honor and privilege to serve you everyday for the past 10 years from 3pm-7pm ET. No man on earth has more to be thankful for than me. Your support made it possible for me to take care of my family, invest in the community, and help inspire thousands of people to live their dreams. What’s bigger than that?

But before you go getting all mushy on me, this is not the end…it truly is the beginning, or as I like to say, it’s the next chapter.

I have already begun reaching out to leaders in the community to start building more mentoring programs and creating organizations that will allow us to network so that we’re prepared for the next Jena 6 and the next Trayvon, because there will be a next. Just because the mic goes silent doesn’t mean I will.

There’s an old saying that a man’s true character comes to the surface during times of adversity. Every stage of my career has been difficult, that’s the price you pay for standing by your principles and doing things the right way. I may not have the same paycheck come April 1st, but I will be able to look at the man in the mirror and be proud of the reflection that’s looking back at him, and that’s what being a real man or woman is all about, you must stand for something!

Although you may not hear my voice every day we can still stay connected. Make sure to join me on Baisden Live on Twitter and Facebook. We can’t blame, ”The Man” for our problems when we won’t even join a free website to communicate with one another to find out what’s going on.

The lights go out on Friday March 29th, so I’ll see you on the radio at 3pm ET tomorrow and every day until then to celebrate what “WE” have accomplished! And if there’s one thing I know how to do it’s throw a great Old School Party!

~ Michael Baisden

P.S. The only thing better than a going away party is a welcome back party! So, save a spot for me on the radio dial, I’ll be back sooner than you think. And when I do…it’s going to be hotter than ever!!!!

PHOTOSHOOT FRESH: Carmelo Anthony Rocks WSJ.

NY Knicks baller Carmelo Anthony is flashing his pearly whites for the new cover of Wall Street Journal magazine.  Check out his full Terry Richardson photoshoot inside, plus Frank Ocean putting on his fashion hat again for a Band of Outsiders photoshoot...

Despite a few injuries this season, Carmelo Anthony has been the steady star of the NY Knicks.  So it's only right the magazine version of the NY newspaper, the Wall Street Journal, features the 28-year-old baller.  Here's pics from the Terry Richardson-photographed shoot.

And a few fun outtakes:

FAB!

Usher Back In The Studio With J.D.

Usher has been experimenting with different producers on his last two albums, but he’s returning to familiar territory. The R&B superstar is back in the studio with Jermaine Dupri working on his next album. J.D. has worked with Usher since the beginning of his career and produced some of his biggest hits including U Got It Bad, Burn, and You Make Me Wanna… But he was noticeably absent from his last project, 2012’s Looking 4 Myself. “It’s gonna be frickin’ out of here,” Usher said of his upcoming album. “Space and sky is what it will be. If you look up, it’s everything you could imagine. “Me and Usher back in the lab,” said J.D. along with a photo of them.”

AND FINALLY FROM THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART FILES

‘Cutie Patootie’

 “Who Wears It Better?” that I think will pick up everyone’s day. I shall dub this edition “Super Hella Cute Kids”!

HAVE A GREAT WEEK AHEAD EVERYBODY!!!

EFREM

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