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That's funny. Disney was supposed to be located in New Orleans, when Walt had the idea to open his theme park. But, because of LAs known back door wheelings and dealings, Disney opted out and took his venture to Florida. Many years later, the same BS goes on.

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I know I have been slacking lately. Getting caught up with Patty now. Hopefully with BV Buzz sometime tomorrow afternoon.

Patty Jackson's 411 for the week of February 26th, 2007

Eddie Murphy has a new title: SORE LOSER! Murphy lost the Best Supporting Actor to Alan Arkin. Murphy was the front runner and favorite to win, but his face was cracked on Oscar night. Murphy was stunned. He was sure he was going to win. He had a beautiful lady on his arm (Tracey Edmonds), and his role in Dreamgirls as “James ‘Thunder’ Early” was the best of his career. What went wrong you ask? First up: Karma. Karma is real, and when you do wrong it comes back at you. Former Spice Girl Mel B was dating Murphy last year. At first, they were hot and heavy. Then Mel got pregnant, and Murphy publicly dumped her. Mel B is due this spring, and her baby will have to undergo a DNA test to prove Murphy is the dad. Number Two: Norbit the movie made millions, but it was critically panned. Friends believe Murphy should have released the offensive movie later this year. Number Three: Murphy’s arrogance after winning the Golden Globe and Screen Actor’s Guild awards. He gave horrible acceptance speeches. At an Oscar function, Murphy left early. This was seen as a sign of disrespect. He was also unwilling to do the talk show circuit. Murphy has a huge ego and many felt it got in the way. I can’t imagine losing the award wasn’t a humbling experience for him, but you would never know it. At the Oscars, when he realized he lost, Murphy got up and walked out. His date Tracey Edmonds didn’t know what to do, so she hurried out with him. Needless to say this ruined her big night. She’s looking to advance her film career, and Eddie’s losing this award hurt.

Why did Vogue Fashionista Andre Leon Talley ruin the biggest night of Jennifer Hudson career. Hudson won an Oscar for her role as “Effie White” in Dreamgirls, but she also made every worst dressed list wearing an outfit that made her look like an outcast from Star Trek. Hudson did not want to wear the Oscar De La Renta gown with that metallic jacket. She wanted to wear a Roberto Cavelli dress, but Talley insisted on his choice. Talley had a major meltdown and made her wear his outfit. Hudson is Vogue’s latest cover girl and they were sponsoring her for the Oscars. Usually Talley is on point, but he made a major mistake with this fashion choice. Hudson is going to have to learn to be more assertive. Talley made her look like a fool on the biggest night of her career.

When is W hitney Houston going to stop the madness with D-List Entertainer Ray J? She has gone against the advice of her drug counselors by pursuing a relationship with this child. It has been very frustrating for Whitney. Ray J loves to party and hang out in clubs, but, as Whitney continues her drug recovery, she can’t go into these places. Ray J is a publicity hound, and he is currently hanging out with Rapper Lil’ Kim. Ray-J also has a sex tape coming out, and he can’t wait for the world to see it because he is tired of being known as Brandy’s little brother.

Every time Bobby Brown makes an honest effort to turn his life around, he gets arrested. At press time, Bobby was sitting in a Massachusetts jail trying to get money for unpaid child support. He owes $19 thousand, and he was arrested for failing to show up for a child support hearing. Unless he can come up with the money, he may be behind bars for a while. Bobby needs help. He doesn’t have a job. He wants to resume his career, maybe do another reality show or album.

What’s up with Jay-Z and Beyonce? In recent weeks, the two have been spending time apart. When they are together, they look strained. Is there trouble in paradise? When Beyonce showed up at the Academy Awards, she was with her dad. Well, Jay-Z and Beyonce are still together. Apparently, Jay-Z doesn’t like awards shows. When he is alone and away from the spotlight, he is very happy with Beyonce. This was very evident earlier this week at a private party they attended for Record Executive Kevin Liles. Jay-Z and Beyonce are still together, just quiet.

Janet Jackson will be starring in the new Tyler Perry movie, Why Did I Get Married? Jill Scott and Sharon Leal (Dreamgirls) will also star. Now that her recording career is in a slump, Janet wants to resume her acting career. Her last movie was 7 years ago in the Nutty Professor II. Janet is also considering joining her family for a music tour. The Jackson family, minus Janet, is broke and a proposal has been put on the table to get the family on the road for a tour. The tour would include Michael, Janet, Rebbie, Jackie, Jermaine, Randy, Marlon and Tito. Where’s Latoya? Oh that’s right, she can’t sing! (smile)! In other Janet news, where’s Jermaine Dupri? The Super Producer was not with his lady love Janet Jackson at all the pre-Oscars parties. Jackson attended the parties with her brothers Jackie and Jermaine. Are Jackson and Dupri still a couple? Ever since her last album flopped, the relationship has cooled. Dupri was the executive producer of that project, and he has been accused of taking Janet in the wrong direction.

DNA testing has been ordered from the body of James Brown and the 5-year who may be his son. The 5-year old son of Tomi Rae Hynie will have to undergo DNA testing to prove he is a legitimate heir to the James Brown estate. Hynie is said to be disgusted by this ruling. But, since she has lied in the past, the family doesn’t trust her. When Brown was alive, he was heartbroken to find out that the woman he thought he was married to was already married to someone else.

Actor Charles Dutton has been added to the cast of the ABC drama Suspect. Halle Berry’s ex, Michael Ealy, is also a part of the cast.

Filming has begun for the Bill Duke directed movie Cover. The movie, about men on the down low, stars Vivica A. Fox, Patti LaBelle, Leon, Clifton Powell, Louis Gossett, Jr. and Singer Mya.

Deelishis is speaking out! Deelishis, with the fabulous booty, was the winner of season two of Flavor of Love. The VH1 show made her a star, but she didn’t get the love she was promised. Deelishis admits she hasn’t heard from Flavor Flav since the show ended. He is now spending all of his time with his new baby momma. She says Flav lied to her. Deelishis has moved on. She is currently dating Rapper Busta Rhymes, and she is getting ready to embark on her acting career. She says she is going to do a project with Actress Angela Bassett.

Cameron Diaz and Tyrese? Hmmmmmmm! Justin Timberlake’s ex has moved on with Singer Tyrese. Yes, the same Tyrese who has a pregnant girlfriend that he keeps hidden. Yes, the same Tyrese who was running from the cops after getting into an altercation with his pregnant girlfriend. And yes, the same Tyrese who claims he loves black women but never dates them. Cameron Diaz was hurt by her breakup with Timberlake, but sources say Diaz is hanging out with black guys to get back at Timberlake, who wants to be a black guy. Check out Timberlake in his new movie, Black Snake Moan. He’s got a hot sex scene with Actress Christina Ricci.

He didn’t get an Oscar, but he’s a got a hot new job. Actor Djimon Hounsou, who was nominated for an Oscar for his role in the movie Blood Diamond, has been named the new spokesmodel for Calvin Klein underwear. Hounsou has a hot body. Remember him in the Janet Jackson video Love Will Never Do Without You? The new ads come out in the fall of 2007.

Who’s watching Justin? Justin Combs, the 12-year old son of Sean P-Diddy Combs and Stylist Misa Hylton Brym, was photographed getting lap dances from older women at a teen party. Needless to say the photos have found a home on the internet, and it has been very embarrassing for all involved. The older women involved should be ashamed of themselves. What would make an older woman give a lap dance to a 12-year old?!! Young Combs has a security detail, and they have been fired for letting this happen. According to his mom, she and Puffy are extremely embarrassed by this situation, and will monitor his activities closely.

After a lot of back and forth, Fantasia is coming to Broadway in The Color Purple after all. Since Singer/Actress La Chanze left the production, sales have dropped for the Broadway musical. Oprah knew she needed to do something special. After much negotiation, she got Fantasia to agree to join the production. Fantasia starts April 10th.

Terrence Howard and Supermodel Naomi Campbell? What an odd coupling. Howard and Campbell are both known for dating outside of their race. I’m wondering: what was the attraction? Campbell has a legendary temper, and Howard can be a trip too. Is this just a publicity stunt? Howard’s new movie, Pride, opens next month, and Campbell is looking to change her image. Let’s see how long this lasts. At the Philadelphia premiere of Pride, Howard showed up with his three children, ex-wife and mother-in-law. Pride opens in theatres on March 23rd. The movie also stars Bernie Mac, who revealed he may be retiring soon, and Evan Ross. Pride is about Philadelphia School Teacher Jim Ellis. Ellis led a group of African American kids to become swim champions in the 70’s. In other Naomi news, she’s about to get her own reality TV show on MTV. The show will feature Naomi looking for a personal assistant. How ironic is this since she spent years beating up her foreign assistants.

Sources close to Singer Usher are advising him to take it easy with his new love Tameka Foster. Usher mom can’t stand her, and the two women don’t get along. Foster is older than Usher. She was married with three kids when she was hired to be Usher’s stylist. Usher’s mom had to fire her when she felt she wasn’t doing her job. After she was fired, Usher kept her around and the two started a romance. Friends fear Tameka is pushing to play a bigger part in Usher’s life. She wants to be his wife as well as his manager, which leaves this question: where does that leave his mom, out in the cold? Usher has always been close to his mom. Is he going to let his new woman come between them?

The 1977 groundbreaking miniseries Roots is coming out on DVD. To celebrate the 30th anniversary, the Roots 4 disc boxed set is coming out on May 22nd.

Ving Rhames has been added to the cast of the ABC drama Football Wives. Gabrielle Union is also starring with a debut set for this fall.

Prince is taking a break from his longstanding Las Vegas gig to go on the road. Yes, Prince is going on tour, and he’s coming to a city near you.

Former basketball great Julius “Dr. J.” Erving has opened a golf club in Atlanta. The 27-hole facility has been voted by Golf Digest as one of the best new golf courses in the country. Erving retired from the NBA in 1986, and has become a very successful businessman.

Life after basketball hasn’t been so great for another basketball star. Scottie Pippen is so broke that he is willing to come out of retirement. Pippen is 41, and poor business decisions have left him in a serious financial mess.

American Idol is bringing out the stars this season. Diana Ross is slated to appear on March 14th, and Jennifer Lopez is coming to the show April 11th.

The 4th season of Dancing with the Stars is scheduled for March 19th on ABC. Boxer Laila Ali is taking a break from the sport to appear on the show. Former basketball great Clyde Drexler is also joining the show along with Joey Fatone, Billy Ray Cyrus, Leeza Gibbons and Heather Mills-McCartney.

This is certainly not the best of times for Singer Brandy. She is still facing the consequences and lawsuits stemming from the fatal car accident that she caused. Brandy just turned 28, and she really needed a shoulder to lean on. Brandy thought about an old love, basketball’s Quentin Richardson of the New York Knicks. They used to be engaged, but later broke up. They’re still friends, so Brandy decided to give him a call. Imagine her surprise when she found out that he had moved on to an older woman. Richardson has been spending time with Actress Regina King (Ray, Jerry Maguire, 227). King is no longer with her husband, and she has been spending time with the NBA hottie.

Actor Boris Kodjoe has a message for his fans: everything is fine between him and his wife Nicole Ari Parker. They are the parents of two toddlers. During the NBA All-Star festivities, Kodjoe raised eyebrows when he was spotted spending a lot of time with Actress Gabrielle Union. Kodjoe states he and Union are just good friends and were just hanging out. Kodjoe says he and his wife are happier than ever.

In other basketball news, what will be the future of the NBA All-Star game festivities? Have the groupies taken over? A couple of weeks ago, the party took place in Las Vegas and there were over 350 arrests and two shootings. Between the groupies and wanna be thugs, the city went wild. This is not the image that the NBA is looking to have. Next year, the All-Star game is taking place in New Orleans. Since Hurricane Katrina, the city has been leading the nation in violence. Will the NBA Officials be able to gain control over the festivities? Will the violence that took place in Las Vegas follow them to New Orleans?

Congratulations to Singer Toni Braxton. Braxton recently got a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Actor Taye Diggs will be starring in the new Grey’s Anatomy spin-off. The pilot will air in May, and will feature neo-natal surgeon “Dr. Addison Montgomery Shepherd” (McDreamy’s first wife). Writer/Producer Shonda Rhimes will helm the project.

Actor Keith Robinson, who played “C.C. White” (Effie’s Brother), in the movie Dreamgirls is headed to TV. Robinson is set to star in the Fox TV show The Apostles. Robinson is best known for his work in the Fat Albert movie and The Power Rangers TV show.

Gerald Levert’s final CD, In My Songs, has turned out to be the best selling album of his career.

Tomi Rae Hynie is coming out with an album of songs. Hynie was the final companion of James Brown. She says her tribute album will feature songs that she and Brown wrote together.

The Motown Story is coming to NBC. The 12-part miniseries will air in 2009, and it will be the story of Berry Gordy. Suzanne De Passe will produce the miniseries.

Singer Lenny Williams is coming to Delaware. It’s a love concert on March 24th at the Longshoreman’s Hall, 200 South Claymont Street, Wilmington, Delaware. It’s JB’s birthday bash. For more info call 302-218-0554.

Rocker Bono is getting honored at this year’s NAACP Image Awards. The front man for the Rock Band U2 will be receiving The Chairman’s Award for his humanitarian efforts involving AIDS in Africa. The awards show is set for Friday, March 2nd on Fox. Bill Cosby and CNN’s Soledad O’Brien are also being honored. Rapper/Actor LL Cool J will be hosting.

At the movies this week:

Wild Hogs- John Travolta, Martin Lawrence and Tim Allen.

Black Snake Moan – Samuel L. Jackson, Christina Ricci and Justin Timberlake.

Coming Soon:

March 16th- I Think I Love My Wife- Chris Rock, Gina Torres and Kerry Washington.

March 23rd - Pride – Terrence Howard and Bernie Mac.

April 6th- Are We Done Yet? Ice Cube and Nia Long.

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

This Former Supermodel is well known and today she has a successful career in television. She is known for her beauty and her hot body, but she can’t find a man. Friends say it’s because she’s phony, shallow and materialistic.

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Patty Jackson's 411 for the week of March 5th, 2007

Chris Rock says everything is alright in his household, and he loves his wife very much. Chris has a new movie, I Think I Love My Wife coming out on March 16th. As he makes the press rounds, he is being asked about his wife. For the past ten years, Rock has been married to Malaak Compton. She is the mother of his two young daughters. The marriage has seen its shares of ups and downs with cheating, paternity tests and models. Late last year, Chris filed for divorce and mysteriously withdrew the petition. Did Chris change his mind because a divorce could hurt his new movie? Rock responds: Heck no! Rock says marriage can be challenging, but he loves his wife. He says he no longer cheats because he is tried of getting caught. Rock says he and Malaak and their young family are very happy. He says he has no plans to break up his family.

The Jennifer Hudson Backlash has begun. Fame has two sides. One side loves you, and the other will burn you. The Oscar winner has made an enemy for life with Designer Andre Leon Talley. Talley took Hudson under his wing and gave her a new style. He even got her on the cover of Vogue magazine. Then came The Academy Awards and the hideous dress he encouraged her to wear. The next day, despite winning an Oscar, she was the butt of many jokes because of that outfit. Hudson revealed she didn’t want to wear it, but she caved into Talley’s pressure. Talley was livid. For years, he has been a leading Fashionista, and now he’s being labeled as a novice who gives bad fashion advice. Friends of Talley feel Hudson made a costly mistake by dissing Talley. Hudson is also feeling the heat from American Idol fans who want her to stop bashing the show and Judge Simon Cowell. Hudson lost the competition. In one episode, after giving a poor performance, Cowell told Hudson she was out of her league. In subsequent shows, he praised her and her talents. Fans of the show feel she is being an ingrate by trashing Cowell all the time.

In other Idol news, Cowell speaks about former contestants. He said they don’t respect the show, and he’s tired of it. He says if it weren’t for American Idol, no one would know who they were.

American Idol is the hottest show on TV but with its popularity comes controversy. Are Church Singers taking over the show? In a recent poll, people stated that the Church Singers were blowing away the weaker singers, and that Church Singers are taking the show serious because they realize they can use the show to launch their careers. Another Idol controversy is the one involving Antonella Barba. She is the Jersey girl who may or may not be the sex siren in a series of pornographic pictures. When the pictures came out, Barba denied it was her. The pictures are very racy. Producers didn’t press her on it, and she was allowed to stay in the competition. Wait a minute! WTH?!! A few years ago, Contestant Frenchie Davis was booted from the show because of topless photos she took over the internet. Why the double standard? Barba has a weak voice, and Davis had a powerful voice. Rosie O’Donnell from The View weighed in. She stated bluntly Davis was booted from the show because she was fat and black, and it’s unfair. What do you think? According to published reports, the other contestants want Barba off the show. She can’t sing so maybe it will happen soon.

Why is everyone dogging Tyra Banks about her weight? In several articles, she has been described as plus size. She’s 160 pounds! When did this become plus size?!! She looked stunning at the recent NAACP Image Awards, but the next day she was criticized. No wonder so many young girls have self esteem issues. I do not understand the cruelty thrown at her just because she gained weight since her modeling days. Tyra is on a roll. She’s in line for her third TV show. Hot on the heels of her talk show and America’s Next Top Model, Tyra has another show lined up. The Glamorous Life will focus on the losers of America’s Next Top Model and how they return to regular life.

Nicole Richie continues to have health issues. She is gaining weight, but she has also been suffering from dehydration. What’s up with Lionel’s daughter?

Get well wishes go out to Will Smith. Smith recently underwent special surgery after he strained his shoulder on the set of his new movie I Am Legend.

Malik Yoba has been added to the cast of the Tyler Perry movie Why Did I Get Married? Janet Jackson and Jill Scott are starring in the movie along with Tasha Smith and Richard T. Jones. The movie is scheduled to be released February ‘08.

Jerry Springer has been tapped as the new host of the NBC show America’s Got Talent. Springer replaces Regis Philbin, who says the taping of the show required too much traveling for him. Regis has his own daily show with Kelly Ripa. America’s Got Talent returns this summer. David Hasselhoff and Brandy also starred on the show as judges. There’s no word on what will happen with Brandy as she deals with her legal issues involving the accidental death of a young woman.

Basketball Star Shaquille O’Neal will be starring in a new reality show for ABC. Shaq will be helping Florida school children lose weight. The show will focus on childhood obesity and health.

Rapper/Actor LL Cool J has got a new job, and he gets to use his gorgeous lips. For the past 20 years, he has been licking his lips and turning the ladies on. Now, he has been named the new spokesperson for Chapstick.

Former Spice Girl Mel B is preparing to deliver her baby. Mel is due in late April, and her family has flown in from London. Her mother is by her side as she prepares for the birth. Mel B says Eddie Murphy is the father of her child. Eddie says he wants a DNA tests. If the results come out in Mel’s favor, Eddie is going to have to pay up big time.

Despite winning an NAACP Image Award for his work on the ABC show Grey’s Anatomy, Actor Isiah Washington is still paying the price for his antics on the show. The gay slur he used against a castmate and the choking of another almost destroyed his career. A lot of the cast members have received huge raises, but word has it Washington is being denied his big payday. He will not get a raise. He is signed to a seven year contract, and he will get paid his original salary.

Singer Sammy Strain, of Little Anthony & The Imperials and formerly of The O’Jays, is suing his former singing partners Eddie Levert and Walter Williams for $15 million. Also included in the suit are the legendary Songwriting/Producing team of Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff. Before returning to Little Anthony and The Imperials, Strain was a member of The O’Jays for 16 years singing on the Philly classics Usta Be My Girl, Lovin’ You, Your Body’s Here With Me and Forever Mine. Strain claims he was cheated of his share of royalties.

Bobby Brown is out of jail, and he has made a batch of new enemies. Brown landed back in jail for non payment of child support. A Washington, D.C. radio station bailed him out on the condition he would work for them for a week. Well, Bobby backed out of the deal. Once he got out, he high tailed it to Los Angeles. He recently spent a night out with soon to be ex-wife Whitney Houston, their daughter Bobbi Kristina and friends.

The final DNA samples have been taken from the Godfather of Soul James Brown. Since his death almost three months ago, several people have come forward claiming he was their father. Now the race is on to see who is really a Brown.

Queen Latifah and Jamie Foxx team up for the HBO movie Life Support. Latifah plays a woman who is infected with HIV. The movie details her struggles and her outreach work helping others. The movie is excellent, and it airs this month on HBO starting on the 10th. Evan Ross and Tracee Ellis Ross round out the cast, and, there’s a surprise at the end by a well known singer who has been promising to make a comeback.

Some of the parents of the girls at the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy are voicing their concerns about the care their daughters are being given. Some parents have requested a meeting to discuss their progress. There is a lot of concern about the girls losing their African culture and heritage since they are living in a new environment founded by an American.

Russell and Kimora Lee Simmons happen to have one of the strangest marriages in Celebrityville. The Simmons are the parents of two young daughters, and they still live together in a multi-million dollar mansion on the east coast. Apparently, their marriage is very open because Russell is often seen with models, and Kimora is starting to spread her wings with her new man. The new man is Oscar Nominee Djimon Hounsou. Hounsou first came on the scene in the Janet Jackson video Love Will Never Do Without You. He later went on to star in the movies Amistad and Blood Diamond. Hounsou is hot right now. He just signed a deal to be the new spokesperson for Calvin Klein underwear, and he’s openly dating Russell’s wife. So what does Russell say about this? Russell says he hopes his wife is happy because Hounsou is a nice guy. He says he and his wife are good friends, and they remain business partners and parents to their daughters.

Hot on the heels of winning an Oscar for his work in The Last King of Scotland, Forest Whitaker’s first baby momma is trying to clown him. Forest has a 16-year old son by a former love Monique Miller. Miller claims she wants him back, despite the fact that he is currently married to someone else. In a recent interview, Miller described Whitaker as having a magic personality despite the fact that he was not the best looking man. She says he was slightly overweight with a lazy eye, but she was captivated. In school, she says he was weird and unsuccessful with girls. Miller says at first he was shy in the bedroom, but she showed him the ropes. She stated Whitaker was a quick learner who was romantic and then their relationship soured. She says it all came to an end when he became famous and started receiving attention from women. Spokespeople for Whitaker declined to comment, but they said he is happy with his current wife and children.

Despite rumors of breakups and a secret love child, “BEY-Z” continues. Jay-Z and Beyonce are currently on vacation in the islands. Jay-Z recently sold his Roc-a-wear clothing line for $204 million in cash. Jay sold it to the Iconix Brand Group. IBG licenses and markets popular brands such as Candies, Joe Boxer, Mudd, and London Fog. Jay will remain as a figurehead, and he will release his Shawn Carter Collection in 2008.

They love Michael Jackson in Japan. At a recent VIP fan appreciation event, fans paid up to $35 hundred to be with him for 30 seconds.

Star Jones is returning to TV just in time for the May sweeps and will be doing double duty. She’ll be appearing on the NBC-TV show Law and Order. She’ll play a lawyer. Ludacris will also guest star. Star will also return to her former cable stomping grounds. She just inked a deal with Court TV for her own show.


Robin Givens is currently touring the country in the stage musical Men, Money and Golddiggers. The musical also features Singer Tank, who Givens is currently dating, Ginuwine, Chico Benymon and Essence Atkins rounding out the cast.

Supermodel Naomi Campbell may soon be sweeping the streets of New York as part of a community service deal for assaulting her maid. Naomi bashed her maid’s head with a cellphone, and the maid had to get five stitches. Naomi starts on March 19th, and she’ll be sweeping, scrubbing and mopping a New York City building. She’ll be on the job for five days.

Patti LaBelle has been quite busy with her acting career. She’s currently filming the new Bill Duke movie Cover with Vivica A. Fox. Plus, Patti just wrapped up with Will Ferrell on the comedy Semi Pro.

Ron Isley and family are hitting the road. Despite being convicted on tax evasion charges, Isley avoided jail time and now he’s working harder than ever. Isley, his newborn son and young wife are gathering the family for a tour. The Isley Brothers will be in Atlantic City on April 27th and in Philly at the Tower Theatre on April 28th. The Isleys are also releasing a new album this summer.

When news came out that Chris Tucker was dating Singer India.Arie, a lot of people emailed me asking about his past love life. Arie is not the first celebrity that Chris has dated. Prior to Arie, he dated Michelle Williams of Destiny’s Child.


Singer/Songwriter/Producer Robin Thicke is coming to Philly. Thicke is topping the charts with his song Lost Without You. He’s the 29-year old son of Actor Alan Thicke and Singer Gloria Loring. Robin Thicke is married to Actress Paula Patton (Idlewild, Déjà vu). Before launching his solo project Thicke wrote songs for Brian McKnight, Usher, Mary J. Blige and Michael Jackson. Thicke is going to be in concert on March 20th at the Electric Factory Concert Hall.

Tyler Perry is having problems with his $24 million mansion in Atlanta. Perry’s latest home is under construction, and he was recently fined $175 thousand for illegally removing trees from his estate. Work also had to be stopped on his three story estate when he didn’t have the proper permits for construction.

Author E. Lynn Harris is preparing a stage musical based on his best seller Invincible Life. Ashford and Simpson are doing the score to the musical.

Whitney Houston’s sometime boy toy Ray J is very proud of his forthcoming sex tape with Socialite Kim Kardashian, but word has it he may not be so happy about another sex tape. Is there another sex tape involving Ray J…… this one with another guy? Rumor has it Ray J was with another guy and they were high on ecstasy making out and it was filmed on a security camera at a California studio. Reps for Ray J claim this is just a nasty rumor. They say there is only one sex tape.... the one with ex-girlfriend Kim Kardashian. The tape is expected to be released soon. Sources who have seen the tape claim he will not be known as Brandy’s little brother any more.


Actor Blair Underwood will be directing the indie film Blue Collar. Kristoff St. John (“Neil” on The Young and the Restless) is producing and Ving Rhames will star. Blue Collar will be about four blue collar men who start an escort service. Underwood will also be featured in the HBO series In Treatment later this year.

Playwright David E. Talbert (Love In The Nick of Tyme) is getting ready to direct his first movie. Talbert has tapped Ice Cube to star in his new film First Sunday. First Sunday is about two men’s botched attempt to rob a church, and the church parishioners who they take hostage. As the hostage situation goes on, the church members slowly convert the robbers to see the error of their ways. Filming starts in May with a January ‘08 release date.

The Sopranos return to HBO on April 10th. This will be the final season for Tony and the gang.

Larenz Tate has signed on to join the FX show Rescue Me. Tate is going to play a rookie firefighter.

Singer Lenny Williams is coming to Delaware. It’s a love concert on March 24th at the Longshoreman’s Hall, 200 South Claymont Street, Wilmington, Delaware. It’s JB’s birthday bash. For more info call 302-218-0554.

Upcoming Movies:

March 16th- I Think I Love My Wife- Chris Rock, Gina Torres and Kerry Washington.

March 23rd - Pride – Terrence Howard and Bernie Mac.

April 6th- Are We Done Yet? Ice Cube and Nia Long.

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

He’s handsome and one of the hottest Actors in Hollywood. His smooth looks and light eyes are breaking hearts all over town. When women meet him, he makes them feel like they are the one. But, the reality is he is married, and he is never leaving his wife.

When is it time to grow up? Maybe after you father 4 or 5 kids and you refuse to marry the baby momma. This hip hop mogul acts like a teenager who is out of control with non stop partying and drinking and ecstasy. Lately, he’s been getting into fights, and sources say it’s the drugs. Maybe he should stay home with his babies and chill out.

This young man became famous as a teenager. He had a hit TV show, and he tried his hand at rapping. He is starting to venture out in movies. His star is on the rise, and so are the groupies. He’s basically a nice guy, but he’s going to have to be careful because the women who are latching onto him are golddiggers.

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

He’s handsome and one of the hottest Actors in Hollywood. His smooth looks and light eyes are breaking hearts all over town. When women meet him, he makes them feel like they are the one. But, the reality is he is married, and he is never leaving his wife.

When is it time to grow up? Maybe after you father 4 or 5 kids and you refuse to marry the baby momma. This hip hop mogul acts like a teenager who is out of control with non stop partying and drinking and ecstasy. Lately, he’s been getting into fights, and sources say it’s the drugs. Maybe he should stay home with his babies and chill out.

This young man became famous as a teenager. He had a hit TV show, and he tried his hand at rapping. He is starting to venture out in movies. His star is on the rise, and so are the groupies. He’s basically a nice guy, but he’s going to have to be careful because the women who are latching onto him are golddiggers.

1. Boris Kodjoe?
2. Diddy
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1. Terrance Howard
2. Diddy
3. Nick Cannon

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Originally Posted by Wonderful1908

1. Terrance Howard
2. Diddy
3. Nick Cannon

I forgot all about Terrence Howard! I thought he and the wife had gotten divorced... :shrug:

Nick Cannon REALLY didn't cross my mind!

[StarFish106]

Terrance and the wife did get divorced...she allegedly went to be with her HS sweetheart . Last chick I heard Terrance was hooked up with was Dayanna Torres (The ex Mrs. Marc Anthony). Haven't heard too much on that note of late though. But they have been divorced for at least a year now

[jitterbug13]

Terrance was seen hanging out with Naomi Campbell lately. But he did say in People that he is still married to his wife and wants to get back together with her. Terrance, if she don't want you, leave her alone and KIM.

[jitterbug13]

This week is an interview with Star on her new job and Image Awards recap...

http://blackvoices.aol.com/black_ent...09153709990001

Oscar recap here...

http://blackvoices.aol.com/black_ent...02165009990001

I was thinking I was two weeks behind when I was acutally a week behind. Carry on...

[Virtual Violet]

Originally Posted by Wonderful1908

1. Terrance Howard
2. Diddy
3. Nick Cannon

CO-SIGN!

[SummerChild]

If Terrance and his wife got divorced, this is the second time. That's too bad...does anyone know what state he lives in? LOL. No seriously, he's fine AND SMART. Homeboy has a Ph.D. in Physics or soemthing like that. Shoot, I *used* to be an engineer. Maybe we can talk. LOL.

Originally Posted by StarFish106

Terrance and the wife did get divorced...she allegedly went to be with her HS sweetheart . Last chick I heard Terrance was hooked up with was Dayanna Torres (The ex Mrs. Marc Anthony). Haven't heard too much on that note of late though. But they have been divorced for at least a year now

[Conskeeted7]

Originally Posted by SummerChild

If Terrance and his wife got divorced, this is the second time. That's too bad...does anyone know what state he lives in? LOL. No seriously, he's fine AND SMART. Homeboy has a Ph.D. in Physics or soemthing like that. Shoot, I *used* to be an engineer. Maybe we can talk. LOL.

Terrence actually lives with me. I'm helping him get past his ex...LOL

So, how old is Ron Isley? Newborn son? What did I miss? I didn't know he had a new lady.

A lot of these new relationships involve some craddle robbing. Robin Givens is at least 40 right? I think Tank is just barely 30. Regina King has got to be pushing 40 also and she's dating Brandy's ex? He's even younger than Brandy if I'm not mistaken. It's a good time to be a young, single guy.

[Infamous12]

Originally Posted by CrimsonTide4

http://movies.yahoo.com/mv/news/ap/2...340194000.html

New Orleans the Site of New Disney Film
Thursday March 8 4:59 PM ET

The Walt Disney Co. has started production on an animated musical fairy tale called "The Frog Princess," which will be set in New Orleans and feature the Walt Disney Studio's first black princess.

The company unveiled the plans Thursday at its annual shareholders' meeting in New Orleans.

John Lasseter, chief creative officer for Disney and the Disney-owned unit Pixar Animation Studios, said the movie would return to the classic hand-drawn animation process, instead of using computer animation that has become the industry standard. He called the film "an American fairy tale."

Wow, I'm interested to see this. I taught a session at a Diversity Conference regarding Disney, diversity in movies, and images portrayed to all the little girls in the world.

[Little32]

Originally Posted by jitterbug13

This week is an interview with Star on her new job and Image Awards recap...

http://blackvoices.aol.com/black_ent...09153709990001

I think that she is really looking so much better lately, and I really like the short do.

[Steeltrap]

Originally Posted by jitterbug13

Terrance was seen hanging out with Naomi Campbell lately. But he did say in People that he is still married to his wife and wants to get back together with her. Terrance, if she don't want you, leave her alone and KIM.

I guess it's just me, but I don't see Uncle Slickback, oka Terrence Dashon Howard's, appeal. NayNay and Slicky deserve each other.