Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Long overdue for a post and layouts!

Altered Binder Clips I made for my coworkers. All they knew was that I needed to take a pic so I can make a little somethin something! I think they came out so cute! Didn't even make one for myself! WTH!? Enjoy ladies!



The Takeover -Bre's wonderful toys spread all over my den. It USED to be my room where I would hold crops....but umm...its more than just a notion now to rearrange stuff!


My First Starbucks..her auntie! She said it didn't have any caffeine or coffee...so I guess it was alright...Bre loved it whatever it was!


New Wheels - Power Princess Car Aunti got her for Christmas, she is a daredevil...


Moments - while we were at Chuckie Cheese...she liked it but didn't wanna get off rides, share or go home. She had a royal fit!


Cry Baby - Well...she was teething at this time too. her cousin wanted to drive with her, at least be a passneger and she just simply wasn't having it!


Watch Me Play 0 My little nephew Jalen

More @ Chuckie Cheese!


Student Driver - she really liked Bob the Builder


Fun - Aunti & Dad putting her little car together...


Yall already seen these pics! Self Explanatory!


My Cuzo's (Cousins)


My Scrappin Sistas - Hanging out eating and scrap shopping for Alondras bday


Fam Bam

Friday, March 27, 2009

4-1-1 Entertainment for the Week (3/23/08)

4-1-1 ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE WEEK OF MARCH 23rd, 2009

Tyler has got two new leading ladies. Filming has started on Tyler Perry’s new Madea movie, I Can Do Bad All By Myself. Taraji P. Henson stars along with Singer Mary J. Blige. Blige will play a waitress. The movie opens in theatres this September.

“The Don” stays out of jail. Don Cornelius, the 72-year old founder of Soul Train, pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor spousal battery charge. During an incident last fall, Cornelius was charged with attacking his young, brunette wife, Viktoria. Cornelius got three years probation, and he will have to attend a year-long domestic violence course.

When is Michael Jackson coming home? Will he do any concerts in the United States? After he’s finished up with a new round of plastic surgery, The King Of Pop is set to start a 50 night concert stand in London. If all goes well overseas, Jackson is expected to do a series of shows in New York and Los Angeles. Jackson is working to repay his debts, plus he misses the spotlight. There is even word he may pop up on American Idol this season. It depends on how much plastic surgery he gets because his face has to heal.

Now speaking of plastic surgery, have you noticed a change with Rapper Lil’ Kim since she joined Dancing With The Stars. She looks a lot better. Well, that’s because she had more work done, and she’s looking a Lil’ cute. I love her on the show: her attitude, her dance moves. Bruno the judge looks like he wants to snatch her up when she dances. I think she’s going to go far in the competition.

Spike Lee is doing a telepic for ESPN about Kobe Bryant. This look at a day in the life of the Lakers star is called Kobe Doin’ Work.

Actress Alfre Woodard is coming back to TV. She will be one of the stars of the FOX show Maggie Hill. Woodard will play a doctor.

And they said it wouldn’t last. I was one of them. The first anniversary of The Cannons is coming up. Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey are getting ready to celebrate their first anniversary. The two are rumored to be buying a mansion in California. Despite pregnancy rumors and the fact that she has Cannon on a leash, he has made out great. Not content to rest of his laurels, Cannon recently signed a deal to develop shows for Nickelodeon where he got his start. Plus, this summer he’s hosting NBC’s America’s Got Talent.

Jennifer Hudson is returning to American Idol. In a segment that will air later this year, Hudson will return to the stage that booted her off four years ago. She didn’t win American Idol, but she is the most successful contestant. In addition to the Oscar, Grammy, movies and new album, she also made headlines with the unfortunate murders of her family. Ruben Studdard is also returning for a special show later this year. Hudson will sing something from her Grammy award-winning album. She is getting ready for her national tour with Robin Thicke.

Jennifer’s sister Julia is also making headlines. Julia Hudson has started her modeling career. With the help of Fashion Maven Harvey Star Washington, Julia Hudson wants to make her mark on the modeling world. Reppin' the big girls, Julia says after her family tragedy five months ago, she is ready to move on with her life. Her former husband has pleaded not guilty to the murder of her family members.

Oprah Winfrey is sharing again. First, she teamed up with First Lady Michelle Obama. Now she’s sharing a cover of O magazine with fellow Talk Show Hostess Ellen DeGeneres for the May issue.

Jada Pinkett Smith’s new TV drama about nurses, Hawthorne, debuts in June on the TNT network.

Congrats to Actor Taye Diggs and his wife, Broadway Star Idina Menzel. They are expecting their first child.

Michael Strahan and Nicole Murphy back together! HUH?! It was just a few weeks ago that the former NFL star caught Nicole Murphy cheating on him. Strahan, who just retired from the New York Giants, had a tracking device installed in Nicole’s car. That’s when he found out she was seeing another man, a young record executive. The record executive broke things off with Murphy, and now it appears Murphy and Strahan are getting close again. Murphy’s children really like Strahan, and he recently accompanied Murphy and her children to the premiere of Monsters Versus Aliens. It was a fun, family night, but a lot of people were shocked to see them together. Why would Strahan take her back if he’s spying on her? It’s obvious he can’t trust her. Well, Nicole Murphy has long money, long, long Eddie Murphy money. Since divorcing the entertainer, she is one of the richest divorcees in town. Strahan is trying to jump start a TV career, but he lost his money divorcing his last wife, Jean. I guess he figures if he can track her, he might as well stay and enjoy the fruits of his labor.

Whatever happened to Chico DeBarge? Since his release from prison, the popular singer has been named the managing director of People Reclaiming Ourselves. He is planning to travel across the country helping other people make the transition from prison life to regular society.

The Norman Lear Collection, a boxed DVD set, is coming out on June 9th. Norman Lear is the famed producer behind the TV classics The Jeffersons, Good Times, All In The Family, Maude and Sanford & Son to name a few. The first seasons of those and other Lear classics will be included in the set.

Whoopi Goldberg is tired of people criticizing the way she dresses. Since taking the helm of the daytime talker, The View, ratings have soared, but, so has the criticism regarding her fashion sense. Goldberg is fed up. She says Don’t Judge Me By What I Wear, Judge Me By What I Say. Basically, she is telling the critics to kiss her behind.

Since getting fired from Grey’s Anatomy, times have been tough for Actor Isaiah Washington and his family. Washington, along with his wife and kids, may be losing his home. He is five months behind on his rent. He owes $100,000 to his landlord. Reports say he has been arguing with his financial consultants, and that’s why he doesn’t have the money.

Check out Jill Scott on the new issue of Heart And Soul magazine. She’s expecting her first child, a son, any day now, and this Sunday her new TV series The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency debuts on HBO. I loved the kickoff. Anika Noni Rose co-stars as her assistant and is very funny. Jill is amazing. She brings the precious character, “Mma Ramotswe,” to life. The movie was filmed in Botswana, Africa. It was very beautiful. If you like mysteries, this is the show for you. The show debuts this Sunday, March 29th 8pm on HBO.

Legendary Entertainer Ben Vereen has signed on to be the new spokesperson for Diabetes awareness. Vereen was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, and he will be starring in the new Take The Stage For Diabetes Awareness campaign.

Comedian George Lopez is coming to late night TV. Lopez has signed a deal with the TNT network for a late night show starting in the fall.

Does Beyonce wear butt pads? According to designer Thierry Mugler, B has a little back there. He says he always adds padding with her corsets so she can have an hourglass figure.

Jimmy Rollins in Playboy magazine? Yes! Rollins, a.k.a. “J-Roll,” of the Philadelphia Phillies is doing a fashion spread with his beautiful girlfriend, Johari Smith. Look for the issue in June.

Get ready for more Stevie Harvey. Harvey says with the success of his bestselling book, Act Like A Lady-Think Like A Man, he will be doing a follow-up. Meanwhile the WDAS-FM morning man is coming to town. On April 1st, Harvey will be signing copies of Act Like A Lady-Think Like A Man at Borders Bookstore, Broad and Chestnut Streets. He’s also hosting his Radio Star talent competition April 2nd at the Kimmel Center, Broad and Spruce Streets. Tix are on sale now.
Chrisette Michele will be performing. Celebrity judges include Singer Ginuwine, Philly International Records’ Kenny Gamble & Leon Huff and WDAS’ own Butterball.

The 2010 Grammy Awards are set for January 31st.

Denzel Washington’s new movie, with John Travolta and James Gandolfini, The Taking Of Pelham 1, 2, 3 hits theatres on June 12th. We have the exclusive trailer on our website at wdasfm.com. Just go to Patty’s Page and check it out. Let me know what you think. I can’t wait to see it. It’s a remake of the 70’s action thriller with Walter Matthau about a trio of bad guys who take a New York subway care hostage.

Fantasia starts her stint in the national touring company of The Color Purple in June. Fantasia reprises her role as “Celie.”

On March 31st, Access Hollywood TV Host Shaun Robinson hits the shelves with a new book celebrating girls’ self esteem with advice from America’s most successful women. The book, Exactly As I Am, features Patti LaBelle, Queen Latifah, Oprah Winfrey, Iman, Nancy Pelosi, Jennifer Hudson and Robinson all sharing their journeys to womanhood while passing along advice today’s youth.

Ruben Studdard’s new album is produced by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and hits stores May 19th.

Beyonce’s new movie, Obsessed with Idris Elba, comes out on April 24th. Check out Beyonce on the new issue of Vogue magazine as well as the latest edition of Ebony. Beyonce is gearing up for a summer tour and once again she’ll be backed by a female band.

Poet and Author Dr. Maya Angelou has an exciting new project. Letter To My Daughter: Her Path To Living Well And Living A Life With Meaning. In the book, Angelou shares her life lessons.

Producer Lee Daniels has changed the name of his upcoming release. The long awaited project Push will be renamed Precious. The movie is scheduled to be released later this year and stars Mo’Nique, Lenny Kravitz, Mariah Carey and new comer Gabourey “Gabby” Sidibe as “Precious.” Tyler Perry and Oprah Winfrey have joined forces to help Lee with the promotion of this movie. The film Precious is based on the book Push by Sapphire, and focuses on the plight of a 16-year old who suffered years of abuse but overcomes her odds with the help of others.
The Bynum Brothers are back with a new venture. They own Warmdaddy’s on Columbus Boulevard and had the old Zanzibar Blue in Center City. Their latest project is called RELISH at 7152 Ogontz Avenue. It replaces Sadiki’s. RELISH features live jazz music Thursday through Sunday. For more info go to relishphiladelphia.com or call 215-276-0170.

Seven Pounds starring Will Smith and Rosario Dawson will be released on DVD March 31st.

The T.D. Jakes film Not Easily Broken starring Morris Chestnut and Taraji P. Henson hits DVD shelves April 7th.

The Wendy Williams talk show is set to debut this July. The show is going nationwide, and will be seen locally on FOX 29.

The 15th Annual Essence Music Festival is set for July 3rd, 4th and 5th in New Orleans.
Beyonce, John Legend, Eric Benet, Robin Thicke, Anita Baker, Bill Cosby and Maxwell are all on the bill. There will also be seminars featuring Prophetess Juanita Bynum and Roland Martin. Plus, there’ll be an all-star tribute to Bishop T.D. Jakes.

WHAT’S THE UNDERGROUND BUZZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This Celebrity Couple is trying to fool the public. They may be on different coasts, but they are still a couple. They are taking a breather from their controversial relationship to salvage their careers.

This woman wormed her way into this celebrity family. She had her children by two brothers, and is still broke. This celebrity family has no money. Maybe she should have hooked up with their sister. She has the money.

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Please Don't hate on Me!

This was me yesterday....LOL! I have to laugh all over again!

Well Alondra gave me the idea after she came to last weeks crop at Collective Journey with this wig on. I was CRACKING UP! So you know I thought it would be perfect if I wore it to work! YES! I did wear to work! =)

I was trying to persuade myself before leaving for work whether or not I wanted to DRIVE to work with it on...and OF COURSE I DECIDED TO! LOL! I KNOW people were looking at me, but didn't want to get caught staring! LOL! I occasionally at a stop sign would look to my right...then look to my left and no one would be looking at me. Instead they were looking straight ahead! I know they had to see my enormous green curly wig! People are just no fun! I was hoping I would catch someones eye...so I can simply wave, laugh, give a thumbs up or something!

I didn't catch someone looking until I got off work...a little girl started busting up in the car and I saw her nudge her dad. LOL! For some reason the dad didn't appear to be amused...whatever. Not sure what was up his butt! LOL! I guess the leperchaun didn't visit him with any luck that day!

I had Reggie take a pic of me at home in the morning, but haven't had a chance to upload those yet. But here is the pic that Laurie took of me at work while at my desk! I had everyone in laughs the whole day at work...mission completed. LOL!


Monday, March 16, 2009

4-1-1 Entertainment for the Week (3/9/09)

4-1-1 ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE WEEK OF MARCH 9TH, 2009

The truth is out! Did Chris Brown ever love Rihanna? In the latest installment of the saga between the two pop stars, the other woman in this drama has been revealed. On the night of the fateful beatdown (nice words...) , Brown received a text message from a woman he was having an affair with. Rihanna read the message and went off. She allegedly hit him and he not only hit back but attacked her. The message on the text came from his 40-year old manager. There was a rumor that the two were having an affair, and now it’s been confirmed. Apparently, the manager, Tina Davis, a former VP of A&R at Def Jam Records started having an affair with Brown when he was 16-years old. ( JAIL TIME!) Brown is now 19. It appears despite his relationship with the 21-year old Rihanna, Davis and Brown never stopped messing around. Did Brown embark on a relationship with Rihanna to cover his affair with his much older manager? I always thought it was a publicity stunt, but along the way, Rihanna fell in love. What will happen now? Will Rihanna leave this horrible situation? He beat her, and he doesn’t love her. It’s all about his career. Rihanna and her managers should get her away from Brown and worry about her career and her endorsements. No book tours, no duets, end it now! He has humiliated you enough. Save your career. (nuff said!)

What do you do when your boyfriend doesn’t trust you? Eddie Murphy’s ex-wife Nicole Murphy had to find out the hard way. She was caught cheating on her boyfriend, former Football Star Michael Strahan. Murphy is seen as one of the most eligible bachelorettes in the world. With her hot body and Eddie Murphy’s money, men were jumping out of the woodwork to date her. She may be the mother of five children, but you’d never know it to look at her. Strahan was recently divorced from his wife, Jean, and the settlement left him broke. Strahan thought he hit the jackpot with Nicole, but he didn’t trust her. Strahan is known for his private snooping, and this didn’t stop with Nicole. They appeared to be a good couple, but behind the smiles, there was the cheating. Strahan had a tracking device installed in Nicole’s car, and he found out she was involved with a younger man, a record executive. For awhile, Nicole juggled both men. Then she was caught. Now Nicole has no one. The record exec broke it off, and Strahan had enough. Don’t cry for Nicole. She is still beautiful, single and loaded with money. Who will step up to the plate next? Batter up!

Filming has started on the new season of The Real Housewives Of Atlanta. The new episodes should air this summer. The ladies have been busy, and there’s a new housewife. Here’s the scoop on your favorites: Sheree Whitfield is still broke (LOL!!!! Didn't particualry care for her too much!) . She has no income, no home, and she is leasing her Landrover. How are they going to cover this in the new season? Sheree owes her lawyer over $90,000 in unpaid legal fees from her divorce from football Star Bob Whitfield. He’s broke too, and she couldn’t get the settlement she wanted from him. A few weeks ago, Sheree was arrested for speeding. When she came to court, she stated to the judge that she’s broke and asked for government assistance to pay for her lawyer (what!? Personal bailouts!? Who can I speak to about getting mine!!) . Things are looking up for show favorite NeNe Leakes. She just signed a deal for a mini-mansion so she can live there with her family. Kim Zolciak is going to reveal who Big Poppa is. Big Poppa is Kim’s married boyfriend. He’s an Arab real estate tycoon who leaves his wife to move in with Kim and her two daughters this season (Ugh...fake!) . DeShawn Snow is out, and Kandi Burruss is in. The new housewife is a Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter. Burruss used to sing with the 90’s group Xscape, and she also used to date the late singer, Gerald Levert. Levert was crazy about Burruss, but the relationship ended when he couldn’t take her ego. She used to think she was more successful than Levert because she was a Grammy winner. When he died, she realized how wrong she was for not appreciating him. Burruss is the mother of a six-year old, and during season two of Housewives, she is scheduled to marry a producer. The producer is the father of six kids, and depending on who you talk to, he is still on the prowl. Will she still marry him? I hear a fight has already broken out during the taping of the show. All the ladies have had to sign affidavits, but the storylines and fights are leaking out all over the place.. (Lawd have mercy!)

Tyler Perry has found his new leading lady, and she’s on the cover of Essence magazine. Taraji P. Henson is featured on the new issue of Essence with Tennis Champ Serena Williams and trailblazing Model Iman. They appear on the issue celebrating being sexy at any age. This is Henson’s first appearance on the cover of Essence. Fresh off of her Oscar nominated role in The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button, Henson has signed on for the new Madea movie, I Can Do Bad All By Myself. Yes, Tyler Perry is bringing Madea back, and filming starts this week. The new Madea movie is coming out September 10th (Sheila...can you take me with you please?) . In other Tyler Perry news, look for him in the new Star Trek movie coming out in May. And, there will be a sequel to Why Did I Get Married with the original cast. That movie is coming out in spring 2010 (WOW! Love Tasha Smith!)

Morris Chestnut has just signed a deal with ABC for a new drama series set to debut in the fall. (oooohweee!!!!)

LisaRaye McCoy says no married men for her. The former First Lady Of The Turks & Caicos Islands is shooting down reports that she was messing around with married Singer Ginuwine. They recently shot a music video together, and the sparks were so hot on the set, rumors started flying that the two were having an affair. Ginuwine is married to Rapper Sole, and they have three children. LisaRaye says yes she is looking to find love again, but he will have to be single.

Football’s Terrell Owens has a new football home. The former 49er, Eagle and Cowboys star is seeing his career wind down on a low note. Teams are tired of his antics, and he is only being offered one-year deals. His latest deal with the Buffalo Bills is only for one year. It’s like when someone only wants to date you but never marry you. Owens is 35-years old. He wants to do TV now that he is no longer a Cowboy. Will he still do his planned reality show?

Sherri Shepherd of The View has just signed a deal with the Lifetime network. The show will be much like her personal life: being married with a baby and dealing with her husband’s pregnant girlfriend. In the TV show, they all live together, but in real life Shepherd sent her hubby packin’. (WOW!)

Steve Harvey is coming to town. On April 1st, Harvey will be signing copies of his best-selling book, Act Like A Lady-Think Like A Man, at Borders Bookstore, Broad and Chestnut Streets. He’s also hosting his Radio Star talent competition at the Kimmel Center, Broad and Spruce Streets. Tix are on sale now. Steve is also teaming up with Oprah Winfrey. He is doing a show about his book on her show. She will turning her show over to Steve.

A million people have registered for tickets for Michael Jackson’s concerts in London. The demand has been so great, another series of shows have been scheduled for London early next year. Now there is concern about Jackson health, and how he will hold up during his concert tour. So far everything is set to launch July 9th. The King Of Pop says he is touring one last time so his kids can see what he does for a living.

This was not a good week for Singer/Actor Tyrese Gibson. Tyrese has been ordered to pay almost $10,000 a month to his ex-wife Norma Gibson. Tyrese and his ex-wife have a two-year old daughter Shayla. They were married for 10 months when Tyrese decided to call it quits. A judge responded not so fast and how he has to pay up. He has come a long way from his smiling days with Coca Cola. Now it’s time for Tyrese to get serious about his career. Sources say he wants to concentrate on his acting.

Fantasia starts her stint in the national touring company of The Color Purple in June. Fantasia reprises her role as “Celie.”

The new issue of O magazine features not only Oprah Winfrey, but our First Lady Michelle Obama. This is the first time Oprah has shared the cover since she started the magazine 9 years ago.

The funky Divas are back! After 20 years, the ladies of En Vogue, Cindy Herron, Terry Ellis, Maxine Jones and Dawn Robinson, are back. In addition to going on tour, the ladies may do a reality show. (Is this how people make a "come back" now?)

Comedian Joe Torry is in trouble. During a stint in Japan, Torry got into a fistfight with a female comedienne. The female comic, Vanessa Fraction, alleges Torry punched her and pulled her hair during a fight.(DANG TORRY!!!) Torry says there was an altercation, but he apologized. Fraction says that was not enough. She is planning to press charges and file a civil suit against the comedian.

Chris Rock has signed on for the movie Death At A Funeral. Martin Lawrence, Tracy Morgan, Danny Glover, Loretta Devine, Regina Hall and Columbus Short have also signed on. (That should be classic! (Cheryl...you can take me to this one...) The movie is due out next year.

Speaking of Chris, his brother, Tony Rock, is going to have to face the music after his recent D.U.I. arrest. Rock faces up to six months in jail for drunk driving. During his arrest, Rock allegedly mocked the police officers, and told them he would skip the alcohol ed. courses. He’s going to have to do a lot of explaining to the judge.

Is Kimora Lee Simmons a married lady? Well not exactly. She and longtime boyfriend, Actor Djimon Hounsou, participated in a commitment ceremony last summer in Africa. They view themselves as married, but it is not legal in the United States. A legal ceremony is scheduled for later this year along with the birth of their first child. Kimora was decked out in African garb for her commitment ceremony. She did bring her daughters by ex, Hip Hop Mogul Russell Simmons. They were very confused about what was going on with mommy. One of the girls fell asleep while the other cried. Kimora was recently granted a divorce from Simmons, and was awarded $40,000 a month in child support.

Congrats to the Smiths! Will Smith and his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, recently opened their new school in California. The new Village Leadership Academy is for kids from pre-K to sixth grade.

On March 31st, Access Hollywood TV Host Shaun Robinson hits the shelves with a new book celebrating girls’ self esteem with advice from America’s most successful women. The book, Exactly As I Am, features Patti LaBelle, Queen Latifah, Oprah Winfrey, Iman, Nancy Pelosi, Jennifer Hudson and Robinson all sharing their journeys to womanhood while passing along advice today’s youth.

Ruben Studdard’s new album is produced by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and hits stores May 19th. (Thats who Janet needs to hook back up with!)

Halle Berry has been named the Sexiest Black Woman Alive. In a recent poll conducted by TV One/Access Hollywood, Berry came out on top. Her new fragrance, Halle, recently debuted in stores.

It’s a good thing David Alan Grier is Dancing With The Stars because Comedy Central recently dropped his show Chocolate News. (whoops!)

Another show cancelled this week was D.L. Hughley Breaks The News on CNN. Hughley says this was a mutual decision with the network, and he will stay with CNN as a contributor. (Heard it wasn't that great anyway!)

Beyonce is on the cover of Ebony magazine talking about marriage and movies. Her new movie, Obsessed with Idris Elba, comes out on April 24th.

Speaking of Idris, he’ll play Jill Scott’s love interest in the series opener of Scott’s new HBO series, The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency. The show debuts on HBO March 29th.

Singer Jazmine Sullivan will be featured in the new George Lucas film, Red Tails. Sullivan will play a jazz singer in the movie about the Tuskegee airmen. Singer Ne-Yo is also starring.

Poet and Author Dr. Maya Angelou has an exciting new project. Letter To My Daughter: Her Path To Living Well And Living A Life With Meaning. In the book, Angelou shares her life lessons.

Prince recently signed a deal with Target retail stores. Prince is releasing a three-disc set of new music, which will be sold exclusively at Target. The set comes out March 29th. Prince is also doing a series for shows for Jay Leno. Prince will be performing live on The Tonight Show on March 25th, 26th and March 27th. Prince is also helping Jay say goodbye to Tonight. Prince will be performing on May 28th. After 17 years, Leno’s last night on The Tonight Show is May 29th.

Producer Lee Daniels has changed the name of his upcoming release. The long awaited project Push will be renamed Precious. The movie is scheduled to be released later this year and stars Mo’Nique, Lenny Kravitz, Mariah Carey and new comer Gabourey “Gabby” Sidibe as “Precious.”

Tyler Perry and Oprah Winfrey have joined forces to help Lee with the promotion of this movie. The film Precious is based on the book Push by Sapphire, and focuses on the plight of a 16-year old who suffered years of abuse but overcomes her odds with the help of others.

The Bynum Brothers are back with a new venture. They own Warmdaddy’s on Columbus Boulevard and had the old Zanzibar Blue in Center City. Their latest project is called RELISH at 7152 Ogontz Avenue. It replaces Sadiki’s. RELISH features live jazz music Thursday through Sunday. For more info go to relishphiladelphia.com or call 215-276-0170.

Seven Pounds starring Will Smith and Rosario Dawson will be released on DVD March 31st.

The T.D. Jakes film Not Easily Broken starring Morris Chestnut and Taraji P. Henson hits DVD shelves April 7th.

The Wendy Williams talk show is set to debut this July. The show is going nationwide, and will be seen locally on FOX 29.

The 15th Annual Essence Music Festival is set for July 3rd, 4th and 5th in New Orleans.
Beyonce, John Legend, Eric Benet, Robin Thicke, Anita Baker, Bill Cosby and Maxwell are all on the bill. There will also be seminars featuring Prophetess Juanita Bynum and Roland Martin. Plus, there’ll be an all-star tribute to Bishop T.D. Jakes.

WHAT’S THE UNDERGROUND BUZZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!This Hip Hop Mogul is desperate for publicity. His latest stunt made him look like a fool. Maybe he will finally wakeup and mind his own business instead of trying to always be in the spotlight.

This Diva is tired of being a housewife. She longs for the bling and notoriety of her former life. Now she is hooking up with her old manager to reclaim her throne.

There is a lot of excitement about this reunion. If they can keep a Group Member off of drugs and away from crazy men, their reunion could be a success.

Friday, March 06, 2009

Pay it Forward...

I was wondering what my next post would be and here ya go!
Well...I got suckered and if you want something from me, consider yourself suckered too!! SUCKER!!!!

Okay...well I got this from my very good friend Laurie...
So here's the deelio...

The first FIVE people to respond to this post will get something made by yours truly. I get to choose what it is, and make it just for YOU! However, this offer does have some restrictions and limitations: I make no guarantees that you will like what I make! (although I hope you do!)

What I create will be just for you.It will be done this year (before December 31, 2009).You have no clue what it's going to be. The catch? Oh, the catch is that you must re-post this on YOUR blog, MySpace or Facebook and make the same offer to the first 5 people who respond to you, thereby continuing the fun!The first five people to leave a comment telling me they will be posting this on their blog, MySpace or Facebook will win a homemade treat by me!

Let the fun begin! Be sure to post a picture of the item you've won once you get it!

***Laurie...I know you can do this before the deadline of 12/09....don't make me wait that long! LOL!

Monday, March 02, 2009

4-1-1 Week of 2/23/09...Has been WAAY too long..sorry!

4-1-1 ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 23rd, 2009

The dress stays on! Tyler Perry wants to let go of his on-screen alter ego. But after raking in over $43 million at the box office, the dress and wig will stay on. Filming starts next month on a new “Madea” movie, I Can Do Bad All By Myself. It’s based on his 1999 hit play. Tyler has a lot of projects coming up: a role in the new Star Trek movie; a 1940’s period piece, Jazz Man’s Blues; and a movie project designed for Jennifer Hudson. Despite all of this, there is too much money in "Madea" to stop dressing in drag.

Chris Brown is gearing up for his March 5th court date. He has started taking anger management classes. It was almost three weeks ago that Brown was arrested for assaulting Pop Singer Rihanna. During the past week, photos were leaked showing a bruised and battered Rihanna. Rihanna recently turned 21, and friends say she received flowers, a diamond bracelet, necklace and an IPod Touch from Brown. The big question being asked this week is: is the pop princess pregnant? So far, Rihanna has been refusing to answer any questions about Brown and their relationship, but she thanks her fans for their love and support. (Wow...)

Tameka Foster Raymond is out of the hospital, back in Atlanta and begging for forgiveness. Tameka almost died three weeks ago during a plastic surgery procedure in Brazil. She snuck off to Brazil, leaving her babies behind and never said a word to her husband Usher. Tameka recently gave birth to their second child two months ago. She went to Brazil to undergo a lipo and tummy tuck procedure. Tameka suffered a heart attack and had to be placed in a medically induced coma. Usher mother, Johnetta Patton, was livid. Why would this woman do this to her son? Why would she leave her babies? Is she that vain? Since retaking the management reigns of her son’s career, Johnetta has tried to stay away from the goings on in the marriage. But this time, Johnetta realized she couldn’t stay quiet any longer. She made it clear to Tameka these antics have to stop: Straighten Up And Be A Wife And Mother To Your Kids. Let Usher do his job. There is no room for you in his career. You are his wife, so act like a wife. Usher is clearly in the middle of this on going saga, but he was livid with his wife. How could she embarrass him like that? He has a new album that he is working on, and he doesn’t need distractions. (She is a crazy woman...off the hook! A heart attack...my goodness!)

Oscar Winner Morgan Freeman is finding out the hard about a woman scorned. At 71-years old, Easy Reader is finding out that jumpoffs talk. Back in August, Freeman almost lost his life in a car crash. He was in a car with a woman who was not his wife. After he was released from the hospital, he decided to divorce his wife and take up with yet another woman. Well, the woman in the car said WTH! Oh No Morgan, I have been quiet too long. In a recent press conference, Demaris Meyer stated that she was seeing Freeman while he was married. Now, Meyer is suing him for damages. (He asked for that one...come on Morgan..you are smarter than that...NOT!)

Singer Keith Sweat is being sued by his ex-wife. Sweat used to be married to Lisa Hartwell, a.k.a Lisa Wu of The Real Housewives Of Atlanta. Wu is not only suing her ex-husband, but she wants custody of their two sons, ages 11 and 14. Wu has since remarried, and she has a young child with her husband, former NFL Star Ed Hartwell.

Is Oprah ready to step aside? Well not so fast. The Mighty O has stated she is tired of being on the cover of her O magazine, and she is in talks with First Lady Michelle Obama to appear on the cover. Well, it appears Oprah will now be doing a joint cover with the First Lady, if it happens.

Steve Harvey is coming back to Philly. On Wednesday, April 1st Harvey will be at the Borders Bookstore at Broad and Chestnut Streets promoting his number one bestselling book Act Like A Lady, Think Like A Man. He will also be hosting his Radio Star Talent Show at the Kimmel Center on Thursday, April 2nd.

Gary Coleman is in trouble with the law again. Last week, the former child star was arrested for drunk driving. Coleman is best known for the 1980’s classic TV comedy Diff’rent Strokes and his character “Arnold.” (Not again!)

Halle Berry’s new Fragrance “Halle” debuts in stores in March. Check her out on the new issue of Essence magazine.

Tracy Morgan’s Manhattan apartment was left in ruins last week. A fire that started with a broken light bulb in his fish tank destroyed his luxury apartment. The 30 Rock star says he is glad no one was injured during the blaze.

Chris Rock’s brother Tony Rock was arrested last week on suspicion of drunk driving. Rock says it was all a big misunderstanding. Rock says he doesn’t have a problem with holding his liquor.

Get ready for the reunion of Bell Biv DeVoe. A reunion album is in the works for Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins and Ronnie DeVoe of New Edition fame. (POOISSOOOON...)

Basketball Star Dwayne Wade of the Miami Heat wants to clear his name. Wade is going through a nasty divorce with his wife Siovaughn. During the proceedings, Siovaughn released a statement claiming Wade gave her a nasty STD. Siovaughn later retracted her statements when she got her divorce settlement, but the damage was done. Wade has filed a defamation suit against his ex. Wade is claiming he is the victim of a reckless campaign spearheaded by his ex-wife. He says she deliberately wanted to publicly humiliate him and damage his reputation.

Is Singer Lauryn Hill pregnant again? Word has it she is pregnant with baby number six. This would be the sixth child for Lauryn and Rohan Marley. Hill is currently living with her parents.
Tricias notes.....WTH!!??? WHy can't she get her own spot!? With the baby daddy?? Come on Lauren!!!

Stevie Wonder’s wife, Fashion Designer Kai Milla is in talks with the Lifetime Channel to do a reality show. Milla is one of the favorites of First Lady Michelle Obama.Paula Abdul revealed her true feelings during a recent interview.

Abdul was asked how she felt about a fourth judge (a female) being added to the American Idol mix. In the beginning, Abdul said she didn’t have a problem, but now she is stating that a fourth judge just doesn’t work. She says having a fourth judge disrupts the flow of the show. This is the last season of Paula’s contract, which makes you wonder will she be staying on as a judge for American Idol? (Paula needs to stap away from the pipe!)

In more Idol news, Ruben Studdard is branching out on his own. The former American Idol winner is having money problems. He owes the I.R.S. a lot of money, and he was recently dropped from his record label. Studdard is launching his next project on an independent label. (What is goin on!?) The album, Love Is, is due out May 19th.

Speaking of American Idol alum, Jennifer Hudson is gearing up for her first tour. She is hitting the road on a mini-tour with Singer/Songwriter Robin Thicke. Once Hudson finishes up the tour, she wants to head back into the studio to work on a gospel music CD.

Luther Campbell, a.k.a…Uncle Luke, had to spend a little time in jail. Campbell owed $11,000 in attorney fees in a child support custody case. He had been refusing to pay the attorneys for his baby momma. In the 1980’s, Campbell spearheaded the free speech movement with his raunchy rap act 2 Live Crew.

Former Basketball Great Charles Barkley is going to jail. Barkley recently pleaded guilty to drunk driving and running a red light after getting arrested late last year. Barkley starts his 5 day prison sentence on March 21st. He will also have to attend alcohol rehabilitation classes.

Eddie Murphy is looking to redeem himself in Hollywood. Realizing his crass behavior cost him an Oscar, Murphy is looking to turn things around. He has agreed to support his baby with Spice Girl Mel B. She is getting $52,000 a month in child support, and he also agreed to visitation rights. (WHAT!!!!!!?????) Murphy surprised a lot of people when he showed up to present a humanitarian award to Comedy Legend Jerry Lewis at this month’s Academy Awards. Murphy was on his best behavior, backstage he said he was humbled to be able to honor Lewis.

Speaking of Murphy, remember his comedy hit Coming To America? Well, Martin Lawrence is putting a different spin on it. 21 years ago, Coming to America joined the ranks of one of the great comedy classics, and now, Lawrence is putting together Back To America. Martin will produce and star in the movie about a working class guy from Queens who discovers he’s an heir to an African country. (Can't wait to see that! Don't sya nothin Sheila!)

Congratulations to Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff. They will be receiving the BMI Icons Award on May 19th at the 57th Annual Pop Awards.

Lionel Richie is going to be a grandpop again. Richie daughter Nicole is pregnant with her second child. Nicole and her rocker boyfriend, Joel Madden, are going to have company for their one-year old daughter Harlow. Nicole is due in the fall.

Congrats also go to Singer Deborah Cox. She and her husband recently welcomed their third child, a baby girl.

Kelly Rowland is proving there is life after Destiny’s Child. Rowland has just signed on for the reality show, The Fashion Show. The show will air on the Bravo Network and will co-star designer Isaac Mizrahi.

Producer Lee Daniels has changed the name of his upcoming release. The long awaited project Push will be renamed Precious. The movie is scheduled to be released later this year and stars Mo’Nique, Lenny Kravitz, Mariah Carey and new comer Gabourey “Gabby” Sidibe as “Precious.” Tyler Perry and Oprah Winfrey have joined forces to help Lee with the promotion of this movie. The film Precious is based on the book Push by Sapphire, and focuses on the plight of a 16-year old who has suffered years of abuse but overcomes her odds with the help of others.

The new season of Dancing With The Stars kicks off March 9th. Rapper Lil’ Kim, David Alan Grier from In Living Color fame and Football Great Lawrence Taylor are part of the cast. Lil Kim will be introducing her new look blue eyes during the season. (UGH! She can't find nothin else better to do!?)

The Bynum Brothers are back with a new venture. They own Warmdaddy’s on Columbus Boulevard and had the old Zanzibar Blue in Center City. Starting this Sunday, March 1st, their latest project called RELISH will open its doors at 7152 Ogontz Avenue. It replaces Sadiki’s. RELISH will feature live jazz music Thursday through Sunday.

Cadillac Records starring Beyonce comes out on DVD March 10th.

tevie Wonder is coming out with a live DVD. Stevie Wonder: Live From London arrives in stores March 10th.

The T.D. Jakes film Not Easily Broken starring Morris Chestnut and Taraji P. Henson hits DVD shelves April 7th.

Seven Pounds starring Will Smith and Rosario Dawson will be released on DVD March 31st.

Donald Trump’s Celebrity Apprentice returns this Sunday, March 1st. This year’s participants include Singer Brian McKnight, T-Boz from TLC, Model/Actress Claudia Jordan and Former Football Great Herschel Walker.

The TNT network has given the green light to the new Jada Pinkett Smith drama Time Heals. Smith not only stars, but she is also the show’s executive producer. Smith plays a nurse in the new show, which debuts this fall.

The Wendy Williams talk show is set to debut this July. The show is going nationwide, and will be seen locally on FOX 29.

The 15th Annual Essence Music Festival is set for July 3rd, 4th and 5th in New Orleans. Beyonce, John Legend, Eric Benet, Robin Thicke, Anita Baker and Maxwell are all on the bill. There will also be seminars featuring Prophetess Juanita Bynum and Roland Martin. Plus, there’ll be an all-star tribute to Bishop T.D. Jakes.

WHAT’S THE UNDERGROUND BUZZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Does your mother hate you! This is the question being asked about a certain Diva who follows her mother’s advice religiously. It is time to cut the apron strings and stop relying on mommy’s tacky style sense.Please fire your stylist! This Singer sometime Actress wore a tacky wig to the Oscars. Apparently, she didn’t want to offend her new stylist, so she wore the wig. She looked a mess.I Pay The Bills Around Here!

Despite getting a high profile job, this man can’t catch a break with his superstar wife. He still has to wait on her hand and foot and act like he’s one of dogs.
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