Brrr...It's Winter 2K5-2K6 News

[DELTABRAT]

Originally posted by AKA2D '91
Jody Watley:

http://worldofwonder.net/archives/20..._the_music.wow

Dang! That scared the ish out of me at first...

[jitterbug13]

Sources say that ‘Hustle & Flow’ star Taraji P. Henson has been quietly dating rapper Common for several months. The two worked together on the Chicago-bred rapper’s music video for the song, “Testify,” and it seems as though their on-screen chemistry has carried over into their personal lives.

Speculation that the two were more than friends began when sources told us they showed up “arm in arm” at a birthday party at the H2O Restaurant & Lounge in Washington, D.C., back in October. Most recently they were also spotted canoodling on Venice Beach in California.

Henson and Common both appear in the forthcoming ‘Smokin’ Aces’ together. The movie, which also stars Ben Affleck and Alicia Keys, began shooting in Lake Tahoe and Los Angeles last November.

A rep for the ‘Baby Boy’ actress was unaware of a romance. “She did the video with him, but that’s all I can say now,” said Pamela Sharpe, who said she’d check with Henson (who was slated to return from vacation) about the relationship report. At press time neither she nor Common’s publicist had returned our call.

Common’s last relationship of note was with neo-soul siren Erykah Badu, and Henson previously dated actor Hill Harper(‘C.S.I.’ ‘NY’).

Kiss and Tell

Actress Tamala Jones says despite having worked opposite men such as Jamie Foxx (‘Ray’), D.L. Hughley (‘The Brothers’), Taye Diggs (‘The Wood’), Leon (‘Little Richard’) and Edafe Blackmon (‘For Your Love’), its her ‘Head of State’ co-star Chris Rock who has the best lip-lock in Hollywood.

“This might be an odd choice because not a lot of people would think so, but Chris Rock has a great kiss. I had to kiss him at the end of ‘Head of State.’ His lips are beautiful. I know nobody was thinking I would say Chris Rock, but yeah,” the actress confessed.

Jones, who currently dates Goodie Mob rapper and Joi’s ex Big Gipp, will pucker up with actor Cuba Gooding Jr. when she stars opposite him and Anne Heche in the film ‘What Love Is,’ which will begin production soon in Los Angeles.

All roads point to Nashville for the 21st annual Stellar Awards. This year’s show will tape on Jan. 21 at the Grand Ole Opry and will be hosted by gospel titans Donnie McClurkin, Vickie Winans and Israel Houghton. Winans, also an eight-time Stellar winner, will don gowns by fashion designer B. Michael. The show will also pay special tribute to the Winans Family and Fred Hammond.

Supermodel Beverly Peele has hired legal eagle Brian Oxman—he is most noted for his work on the Michael Jackson child molestation case—to represent her against accusations of identity theft. Peele, who has appeared on more than 250 magazine covers and in a George Michael music video, is accused of buying more than $10,000 worth of home furnishings with stolen credit cards. The 30-year-old mother of one did not enter a plea when she was arrested in late December 2005.

Can’t Say Names …

Could a chart-topping entertainer be breaking up a happy home? Sources say that an R&B crooner’s latest flame is actually married with children. Said adulterer was also once employed by the singer and after being fired by his manager, she went on a nationally syndicated radio show to dish the dirt. Steamy photos of the couple’s “secret” rendezvous to an exotic location have been popping up on the Web, and insiders speculate her husband should be filing for divorce any minute now.

[abaici]

Originally posted by unspokenone25
I agree! She lost way too much weight in an incredibly short time. Why not admit it especially if there are health reasons for her geting GBS.

Has anyone looked at her neck though? I can't watch Soror Star on The View b/c her neck makes me think that she's sick.

I recall her saying she doesn't want to publicize the means of her weight loss because she does not want to advocate on method.

[jitterbug13]

Star will be on Larry King Live Tuesday (today) at 9 pm EST.

ETA: I tried to post pics of her book signing but they didn't work.

[AKA2D '91]

Tamala Jones: so not a fan of hers, who cares!

Can't Say Names: Who are they?
Common and Ms Henson: sigh~ I wanted him and Erica together.

[allsmiles_22]

Originally posted by jitterbug13
Can’t Say Names …

Could a chart-topping entertainer be breaking up a happy home? Sources say that an R&B crooner’s latest flame is actually married with children. Said adulterer was also once employed by the singer and after being fired by his manager, she went on a nationally syndicated radio show to dish the dirt. Steamy photos of the couple’s “secret” rendezvous to an exotic location have been popping up on the Web, and insiders speculate her husband should be filing for divorce any minute now.

Per another website:

*jacked from Sandra Rose*
Usher & Tameka: The Plot Thickens

I have more information on the Usher and Tameka Glover drama courtesy of Black Voices' gossip columnist Jawn Murray. According to Murray, Tameka was fired from her position as Usher's stylist last year by Usher's mother, who is also his manager.

Murray goes on to say that Ryan Glover might be contemplating a divorce from Tameka. Ryan is president, CEO & part owner of RyanKenny menswear (along with Kenny Burns and Derek Dudley). What you may not know is Ryan was also CEO of Noontime, Inc., the production company that signed an unknown 17-year-old named Ashanti to her first production contract.

Ryan also had a hand in the successes of R&B superstar Monica and boy band ATL, among others. So Mr. Glover is very well respected in this industry. Which might explain why everyone clammed up when I called around seeking dirt information on this story. To make matters worse, the Glovers have 2 small children at home.

[ladylike]

Originally posted by AKA2D '91

Common and Ms Henson: sigh~ I wanted him and Erica together.

I wanted me and him together.

[soulfulremix]

Originally posted by ladylike
I wanted me and him together.

You know!!!

Good for them. Hopefully, she's a little more sane than my girl EBadu.

I was going to mention something about Erykah's powers to transform the menfolk, but you beat me to it. However, I think Commom's crochet pants days ate over. LOL

[ladylike]

Originally posted by soulfulremix
You know!!!

Good for them. Hopefully, she's a little more sane than my girl EBadu.

I don't know what Erykah does to the brothas (think: Common, Andre 3000). They get with her and the next thing you know they're smelling like patchouli, rocking crochet pants and skipping through a daisy field. LOL

[jitterbug13]

Originally posted by ladylike
I don't know what Erykah does to the brothas (think: Common, Andre 3000). They get with her and the next thing you know they're smelling like patchouli, rocking crochet pants and skipping through a daisy field. LOL

LOL!!

To Usher: I don't want to believe this is true. Didn't your mama teach you to leave married women alone? You were better off with taller model chick. Next thing, you're going to be singing Carl Thomas..."And I wish I never met her..."

[DELTABRAT]

Originally posted by jitterbug13



Jones, who currently dates Goodie Mob rapper and Joi’s ex Big Gipp, will pucker up with actor Cuba Gooding Jr. when she stars opposite him and Anne Heche in the film ‘What Love Is,’ which will begin production soon in Los Angeles.

I have a secret crush on Big Gip...I'ma have to kill her.

[ladylike]

Originally posted by DELTABRAT
I have a secret crush on Big Gip...I'ma have to kill her.

This is your secret honey-bunny, deltabrat?

[trying to be delicate] Ummph. He is one of God's special looking children. [/still trying to be delicate]

[Honeykiss1974]

Originally posted by ladylike
This is your secret honey-bunny, deltabrat?

[trying to be delicate] Ummph. He is one of God's special looking children. [/still trying to be delicate]

LOL - He look like Lil' Roscoe from Martin in that pic!

[ladylike]

Originally posted by Honeykiss1974
LOL - He look like Lil' Roscoe from Martin in that pic!

Hmmm, you may be on to something HK.

Shall we play: Are You My Daddy?

[CrimsonTide4]

Subject: AOL'S BLACK VOICES HIRES STAR JONES AS 'LOVE COACH'

`View' host to advise ladies on how to snag a man.

*After being married for only 14 months come Jan. 15, Star Jones Reynolds is already offering advice to the lovelorn via her new book, "Shine: Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Journey to Finding Love"; and through a promotional counterpart on AOL Black Voices as the site's new "Love Coach."

The AOL Coaches program is a self-improvement area providing solutions and answers to people's most pressing questions. Reynolds is among the first of the Coaches to be featured in the new interactive workshop format available through the AOL Coaches program.

Based on her personal experiences and content from her book, the workshop enables consumers to obtain tips and insights through a full-featured, multimedia program which includes original videos on topics such as "Am I Sabotaging My Love Life" and "How Do I know He's THE ONE?"

Additionally, through her Coaches site and through AOL Black Voices, consumers will find excerpts from her book and a direct link to purchase it, as well as tutorials, quizzes and self-assessment exercises. Plus, AOL Black Voices recently debuted a "Books" sub- channel highlighting Reynolds' new book as the main feature.

"We are thrilled to launch this new forum to provide audiences with a destination to learn more about and engage black authors and topics that matter to our community," said Nick Charles, Editor in Chief, AOL Black Voices. "We are sure that through this area, members of the black community and the wider community will be able to express their opinions and explore all types of literature including fiction, non-fiction and poetry."

Other books to be featured this month include Dr. Michael Eric Dyson's Come Hell or High Water: Hurricane Katrina and the Color of Disaster and Paul Beatty's upcoming release Hokum: an Anthology of African-American Humor.

In other Star Jones Reynolds news, the co-host of "The View" speaks candidly about her husband, Al Reynolds, to Entertainment Tonight's Chrishaunda Lee.

"I think he's the icing on my cake," she says. "In all honesty my cake was baking when I met Al -- I had made up in my mind already to get physically healthy. He refreshingly was on his own journey so it was almost as if we walked together."

While refusing to discuss the way in which she lost nearly
150 pounds, Reynolds said the weight had to be unloaded for health reasons.

"I went from full figured to fat, from fat to obese, from obese to morbidly obese," she says. "I am healthier than I've ever been. When I say the words 'morbidly obese,' it says to me it's something I will never be again."

Her book "Shine," meanwhile, is divided into three parts. Part one focuses on the physical weight loss, beauty tips and fashion. Part two probes the reader's emotional preparedness, including a look at past relationships, previous mistakes and wants and desires. Part three delves into spiritual life and focuses on strengthening your relationship with God.

Here are some excerpts from the book:


On Self:

• "Unless you are in serious denial, no one's going to be as honest with yourself as you ... I want you to get into the habit of assessing yourself truthfully."

• "I'm a firm believer in bigger is better for many things."

• "Check your breath - either by having a very good friend smell when you exhale, or blow into a paper bag and smell what comes out."

• "Thou Shall Not Pay Retail."

• "I was lucky - I've never been taught anything but 'You're fabulous and can achieve anything you want.'"

• "Look - when I did a summation on myself, I clearly saw some of my faults. I'm bossy, I'm extremely controlling. I find it easier to do things myself rather than share in the doing."


On husband, Al:

• "Al was watching a ballgame in the living room, but all of a sudden, there he was in my room. And he started massaging my feet while Fifi and the girls braided my hair."

• "We went out dirty dancing - we call it slow dragging - four nights in a row."

• "We learned to make love without having sexual intercourse. It would hold us for awhile."

• I mean, Al is a beautiful man. He's got the legs of a stallion.