Rap Legend Heavy Dead At 44

Its a sad day in Hip-Hop. Rap legend Heavy D has passed away at the age of 44. The rapper, born as Dwight Arrington Meyers was found unconscious in a walkway. According to TMZ, a 911 call was placed from a Beverly Hills home, where the caller stated that he found an unconscious man. Heavy D was transported to a nearby hospital, but was pronounced dead an hour later. Police are investigating the cause of his death.

Many of you remember Heavy in the rap group "Heavy D And The Boyz. He is known for his theme songs for shows, such as "In Living Color" and "Mad TV," and was featured on Michael Jackson's song "Jam." He also went on to act in movies and shows, like "The Tracy Morgan Show," "Life," "Bones," "Boston Public," and recently "Tower Heist, which premiered in theatres last Friday.
Heavy D also got a chance to take the stage at the recent BET Hip-Hop awards, where he performed some of hits. He even brought out Tyrese on stage his popular record"Now We Found Love."
Heavy last tweet was his condolences on the passing of boxer Joe Frazier, who died yesterday. Comes to show you that tomorrow is not promised. His last tweet was about a man who died yesterday, now we all are sending our condolences to his passing
Rest In Paradise Heavy D.
Check out his performance below

In Living Color Making A Comeback

Say it is sooooooo! Could it be that popular FOX sketch comedy series "In Loving Color" could be making a comeback? The show that launched careers of comedians and actors like the Wayans family (Kim, Shawn, Marlon, and Damon), David Allan Grier, Jim Carrey, Jamie Foxx, Tommy Davidson, and more is coming to a tv near you. It even started the career of Jennifer Lopez, who was just a Fly Girl showing the world her dance moves.

FOX and "In Living Color" creator/producer Keenan Ivory Wayans announced the return of the classic series with a two and half-hour special. However, there is a catch. If all goes well with the two hour special, a rebooted version will be added to FOX's fall schedule next year. Keenan will produce the series through his company Ivory Way Production, which is in association with 20 Century FOX.
Rumor is that Keenan is bringing in a new cast for the sketch series. But, word has not been confirmed if former cast members will make an appearance.
Check out a classic sketch from "ILC" titled "The Buttmans":

Barbara Walters Interviews Nick And Mariah

This past Friday, Mariah and Nick finally showed their beautiful babies to the world on ABC's 20/20. Barbara Walters sat down with the new parents for a 10 minute interview in their home. During the interview, the couple spoke on how they first met, showed their beautiful homes, Mariah's fear of walking down the aisle for the second time (after her marriage to record executive Tommy Motola, who discovered her), and details of her pregnancy. Mariah also revealed that she suffered a miscarriage, which was a very emotional and painful time for her.

Later in the interview, the Cannon's finally gave society a glimpse of their twins (a baby boy and girl). The twins, who's names are Monroe (the girl) and Moroccan (the boy) were dressed formally dressed for their debut to the world. Morracan has a strong resemblance to Mairah when she was a baby.

Check out the interview below:

Check out photos of the family below:

50 Cent's Beef With Politicians And Corrupt CEO's

50 Cent is no stranger to beef and drama. The rapper is known for his past beef with Ja Rule and the Murder Inc fam, Cam'ron, Diddy, Rick Ross, Young Buck, Nas, and so on.Well, 50 is stirring up a new beef and bringing it too another level. 50's new targets are corrupt CEO's and politicians.

It began when 50 decided to use his energy drink "Street King" facebook page to feed hungry children, based on the number of page likes (each like equals a meal). Via the "Street King"facebook page, 50 wrote letter (which his lawyers also proofread), where he expressed his frustrations on people not helping those in need and stopping world hunger. 

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50 holding his "Street King" energy drink

Somaya Reece Puts "Love And Hip-Hop" Rumors To Rest/ "Love And Hip-Hop" Trailer

Yesterday, Bossip broke a story about VH1 hit reality series "Love And Hip-Hop." Supposedly, Somaya Reece was booted from the show and replaced by a model named Erica Mena. She is a Miami model and the former girlfriend of Terror Squad affiliate Raul Conde. A source told Bossip that Erica will be used to introduce a Miami spin off to "Love and Hip-Hop." The insider also said that Somaya was only going to make a few appearances on the show this season.

"Somaya did tape some episodes. I'm not sure at which point she was phased out and how much of her footage will be included, but she left the production team in a lurch. She told them she had a few ventures in the works, which would have given her a storyline on this new season. But as taping went on, it became obvious that she really didn't bring anything new to the table other than what she had going on last year, which we know wasn't much."
In addition to Erica, Teairra Mari is expected to be on the show as well.
"She's basically taking over Mashonda's role as Emily Bustamantes new best friend. Now that she officially single again, Tearria has basically become Emily's guide to the party life."
However, Somaya was not too pleased with this rumor. Earlier today, she met with her lawyers and her Publicist to shut down these rumors
"Meeting with my lawyers, & @MsKai_AspirePR this about to get really UGLY. Don't mess with the Davis Firm clients !!!!!!!
She later hinted that the rumor was cleared up via her twitter.

Dj Premiere To Justin Beiber: " Write Your Own Rhymes Honey"

This year BET Hip-Hop awards was on point with the hip-hop cyphers. The man behind the cyphers is none other than the legend "Dj Premiere." Recently, Premier spoke on stories behind the cyphers, choosing the artists, and those who participated in this year's cyphers. Seems like this year was going to be a lot more different in choosing artists for these cypers. Some of us were already shocked enough to see singers Chris Brown and Estelle dropping rhymes. But what if Justin Beiber was in one of those cyphers? Why not! He's been showing his skills for minute now on his collaborations with artists like Chris Breezy and Ludacris. Well, Beiber was almost given the opportunity to show his freestyling skills, until Dj Premiere turned him down. 

According to Preimer, Beiber wanted Ludacris to drop a couple bars him.

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Will And Jada Become Partial Owners Of The Philadelphia 76ers

The smiths are moving on up. Will and Jada Pinkett Smith are part owners of the basketball franchise Philadelphia 76ers. Now obviously, Philly is where the fresh prince would do such a deal, since he is a Philly native. The lovely couple were approved of their $280 million NBA deal. 

This ownership deal will include the Smiths and billionaire Jousha Harris. Recently, Joshua Harris released his excitement about the deal in a brief statement:

Soulja Boy Arrested For Marijuana And Gun Possession

Soulja Boy was booked this morning in Temple, Georgia by Temple Police department officers at 3:15 a.m. The 21 year old rapper and 4 other men were arrested for drug and gun possession. According to TMZ, law enforcement sources said soulja boy and 4 other men were originally pulled over in their Cadillac Escalade for a traffic violation. However, police found about $70,000 in drugs (weed) and cash in the vehicle, and even a puppy (which has been turned over to one of the men's relatives). 

TMZ is reporting that the Escalade Soulja Boy was riding in was a car service and the driver of the vehicle was one of the 5 men arrested this morning. Currently, all 5 men (which includes soulja boy, three body guards, and the driver) are facing felony charges of possession of the following: marijuana, with intent to distribute, firearm during the commission of a crime. Although guns were found in the car, police officers are unclear if any of the men have gun licenses. Police are further investigating this case. 

This is a shame. Isn't Soulja Boy from Georgia? He should know that law enforcement do not play in the state of Georgia. Get your act together boy!

The First Family Attend The Dr. Martin Luther King Memorial

Yesterday, a dedication ceremony took place in Washington D.C at the Washington Mall for the unveiling of the Dr. Martin Luther King Memorial. The ceremony was suppose to be held on the 48 year anniversary of the 1963 "I Have A Dream" speech on August 28th; however, it was postponed because of Hurricane Irene. Reverend Al Sharpton, actress Cicely Tyson, Diahann Carroll, U.S Representative John Lewis, Reverend Joseph Lowery, Andrew Young were amongst those who attended the event, while the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin, Mary Mary, Stevie Wonder, and others blessed the ceremony with their lovely vocals. Representative John Lewis spoke at the ceremony and reminisced on the walk in Washington 48 years ago.

"I'm the only one still around."

"He was arrested, jailed, beaten and constantly harassed. His home was bombed. He was stabbed. he suffered the slings and arrows of hate."

"Come and walk in my shoes. Dr. King is telling you that we have changed. We're better people. We're a better nation."

The first family (President Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and their daughters) also attended the dedication ceremony.The president delivered a speech, where he reflected on progress our country has made since Dr. Martin Luther King's time, but we still have more work to do and face challenges today.

"Nearly 50 years after the March on Washington, our work - Dr. King's work- is not yet complete.

Progress was purchased through enduring the smack of billy clubs and the blast of fire hoses. It was bought with days in jail cells and nights of bomb threats.
"Let us not be trapped by what is. We can't be discouraged by what is. We've got to keep pushing for what ought to be."

"[Dr. King] will stand for all time, among monuments to those who fathered this nation and those who defended it. A black preacher, no official rank or title, somehow gave voice to our deepest dreams and our most lasting ideas. [...]I know we will overcome. I know there are better days ahead. I know this because of the man towering over us."

Rick Ross Suffers A Seizure On A Plane

Earlier today, twitter was on fire after sources said rapper Rick Ross was transported to a hospital. A plane had to make an emergency landing, after Rozay fell unconscious and suffered a seizure on a plane immediately after take off. Thank GOD a  doctor was on board to perform CPR.

Rick Ross was on his way to Memphis to open Wingstop a wingstop and perform at a Fedex Forum. This would be the first of many other Wingstops Ross plans to open, to create more jobs in communities.

Wale later updated his twitter followers on Rozay:

"I just talked to Ross... he's 100 pct ok....@tmz #dontpanic #dontpanic #mmg!!!!"

To assure his fans that he is ok, Ross shot a video before leaving for Memphis from his private jet. In the video, Ross stated that he is still going to perform in Memphis tonight.

Check out the video below:

Malcolm D. Lee Set To Write And Direct "The Best Man 2"

 

Its official!!! There will be a sequel to the hit 1999 wedding film, "Best Man." Universal Pictures signed on to be the home studio of the "Best Man 2." According to Deadline Hollywood, both the director (Malcolm D. Lee) and original cast (Taye Diggs, Regina Hall, Sanna Lathan, Monica Calhoun, Harold Perrineau, Nia Long, Terrance Howard, Melissa DeSousa and Morris Chestnut) will reprise their roles. 

"Universal has set Malcolm D. Lee to write, direct and produce Best Man 2, a sequel to the 1999 film. Lee wrote and directed the original, a comedy in which a writer (Taye Diggs) is preparing to be the best man for his football player buddy (Morris Chestnut), but the timing is bad because the writer's autobiographical novel is about to pop and it describes how the best man bedded the bride. Terrence Howard, Harold Perrineau, Nia Long and Sanaa Lathan also starred. The original grossed $35 million. Lee's plan is to ask the original cast to reprise; in fact, I'm told the whole idea came out of a reunion dinner he held with most of the cast members, and they sparked to the idea of a re-team and so did the studio."

Whitney Houston Almost Booted Off A Delta Airlines Flight

Why can't Whitney Houston just stay out of trouble? Yesterday, the R&B singer was almost booted off a Delta Airline Flight for her Diva attitude (of course). According to TMZ, Houston boarded a plane from Atlanta to head to Detroit to begin shooting scenes for remake of the 1976  film "Sparkle." Flight attendants asked her to fasten her seat belt, because they were preparing to take off, but Whitney refused. After being asked numerous times and almost kicked off the flight, she finally gave in and allowed one of the crew members to buckle her seat belt. 

Like seriously Whitney..... WHY? What is there to argue about when asked to do one thing. Its for safety reason. Its not going to kill you to just follow the rules. The diva attitude is overrated Whitney, GROW UP. I still love you though. Looking forward to seeing you in Sparkle. :)




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Game Proposes To Long Time Girlfriend

Yesterday, rapper Jayceon aka Game did the unthinkable. He stepped up to the plate and proposed to his girlfriend Tiffany of 7 years. The rapper planned the whole surprise that same morning, and surprised her at her job (Frank D. Parent Elementary School in Ingelwood, CA, where she is a teacher. Tiffany walked in the room shocked, but thought she was being set up to get fired. Game got on his knees and said:
"I just want to ask you, Would you marry me?"
Tiffany responded:
"Oh yes, Jayceon."
After proposing to his then girlfriend, Game told MTV:

"As a man, this is that day where you throw your player card away and step up and be a family man. She deserves it. It's been a long run, it's been 7 years. We've been off, we've been on, we've been arguing, fought, good times and bad. and at the end of the day, as a man, this is something that I owed to her and I owe to my family. It's times."
Check out the proposal below:

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This is Game's second engagement. He was once engaged to Valeishia Butterfield, who is now married


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Underwear Bomber Pleads Guilty

Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, also known as the underwear bomber pleaded guilty to his 2009 crime on Christmas day. The Nigerian attempted to blow up a Northwest Airline Flight (flight 253), but failed after the bomb didn't go off properly. He went before Judge District Judge Nancy Edmunds, where he pleaded guilty to all 8 felony counts and faces life prison. His charges includes conspiracy to commit an act of terrorism, attempted murder, and attempted use of a weapon of mass destruction.  

underwear the bomber was wearing on the flight

Abdulmutallab admitted to the government that he was working for an American Muslim cleric by name of Anwar Awlaki, who ran an Al Qaeda group before being killed by the U.S and Yemen. The underwear bottom is set to be sentenced next year January 12. 

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Royce Reed Says NO! To Season 4 Of BBW

While many of us are waiting for the return of Basketball Wives on VH1, we may not even see a fourth season of the show. Royce Reed announced on her twitter that she is not returning to the show for a fourth season.

"Good Afternoon! as of right now I have decided NOT to return for Season 4 of BBW due to artistic differences. Tings may change, but as of now, No!"

 A little after her tweet, her former Basketball Wives cast mate Tami Roman replied to the tweet, pointing out that others may not return as well.

"Well ok @Roycelr don't be surprised-several others may follow..."

Now remember, last month Evelyn Lozado expressed that she would not sign on to do anymore shows (which may also include bbw).

"Just wanted to say that I won't be on Twitter for a while. Going 2 possible delete my account & I won't be signing on 2 do anymore shows"

There is a possibility that Royce stating "artistic differences" can in fact be about financial differences. According to Page six, who ran a "Just Asking" piece stated: