Gospel Singer Fred Hammond Reveals Mother Tried to Abort Him
"Here's why I don't have time to 'play church': at the end of the day, when I was supposed to be discarded, and the tools came in to kill me, to crush my head or whatever you're supposed to do, the Lord took His hand, pushed in there, and pushed me back out of the way. And they thought they got me. But at the end of the day God had a plan for a broken situation." -Fred Hammond
Gospel singer Fred Hammond shared a powerful story on the Donnie McClurkin radio show recently of how his mother nearly aborted him, even coming in to the clinic a second time after the first attempt failed, before changing her mind on the operating table.
"She said, 'I went to the clinic and it was illegal to do it in the 50s and 60s, and I had you aborted. And I was supposed to go home and have a miscarriage, and bring you back in a bag.
"She decided to go back and said, I don't think it worked. They said, no, it's still there; we'll get it this time. And she says as she laid there, and they got the tools, she says she felt like God was going to kill her, she got up and ran out, putting her clothes on."
National Right to Life News reported that Hammond told McClurkin he had a conversation with his mother three months before she died. Out of the blue she told a stunned Fred and his daughter–"and she was crying and she was sorry"—that "'Fred was aborted.'" Hammond's response, "What are you talking about?!"
McClurkin concluded the interview saying, "A lot of things that people think are mistakes wind up to be used by God in great ways." READ MORE
Gospel singer Fred Hammond shared a powerful story on the Donnie McClurkin radio show recently of how his mother nearly aborted him, even coming in to the clinic a second time after the first attempt failed, before changing her mind on the operating table.
"She said, 'I went to the clinic and it was illegal to do it in the 50s and 60s, and I had you aborted. And I was supposed to go home and have a miscarriage, and bring you back in a bag.
"She decided to go back and said, I don't think it worked. They said, no, it's still there; we'll get it this time. And she says as she laid there, and they got the tools, she says she felt like God was going to kill her, she got up and ran out, putting her clothes on."
National Right to Life News reported that Hammond told McClurkin he had a conversation with his mother three months before she died. Out of the blue she told a stunned Fred and his daughter–"and she was crying and she was sorry"—that "'Fred was aborted.'" Hammond's response, "What are you talking about?!"
McClurkin concluded the interview saying, "A lot of things that people think are mistakes wind up to be used by God in great ways." READ MORE
Gossip: Hmmm...Steve Harvey Professes True Feelings To Glenda Darnell?
Allegedly on a recent visit to L.A., Comedian, Radio Personality and Author Steve Harvey finally catches up to former lover to express his true feelings after she avoided him for the last 4 years. A source close to actress and radio personality Glenda Darnell who has worked worked with Steve in the past, tells us that Steve and Glenda ran into each other during one of his recent visits to Los Angeles and he asked her if they could talk alone for a moment in his dressing room.
The source tells us that Glenda sat stunned as Steve began to tell her that there is not a day that goes by that he doesn’t think about her..”I think about you ALL the time” he told her. He told her how thinks back to when he was going through a rough time in his life, how much he appreciates her for being there and she brought him so much laughter, fun and romance. He mentioned that he thought of her during his emotional interview with Pastor Donnie McClurkin on the TBN Network back in 2009.
Our source tells us that Glenda was quite surprised to hear him express his feelings and that he appeared emotional at times, but was even more taken aback when after sharing a warm embrace she turned to leave and he pulled her back and kissed her.
The close friend with whom Glenda shared the encounter with asked her if she knew Steve was feeling like that all this time to which Glenda allegedly said “I had had no clue….I couldn’t tell”.
The source tells us that Glenda sat stunned as Steve began to tell her that there is not a day that goes by that he doesn’t think about her..”I think about you ALL the time” he told her. He told her how thinks back to when he was going through a rough time in his life, how much he appreciates her for being there and she brought him so much laughter, fun and romance. He mentioned that he thought of her during his emotional interview with Pastor Donnie McClurkin on the TBN Network back in 2009.
Our source tells us that Glenda was quite surprised to hear him express his feelings and that he appeared emotional at times, but was even more taken aback when after sharing a warm embrace she turned to leave and he pulled her back and kissed her.
The close friend with whom Glenda shared the encounter with asked her if she knew Steve was feeling like that all this time to which Glenda allegedly said “I had had no clue….I couldn’t tell”.
FRESH PRINCE' Aunt Viv...I'll Never Reunite w/ that 'A**hole'
The woman who played the original Aunt Viv on "Fresh Prince of Bel Air" says there's a damn good reason she wasn't at a recent reunion dinner with the rest of the Banks family -- she HATES Will Smith.
15 years after the show went off the air ... Janet Hubert tells TMZ she's still upset with the way she was fired from the show ... and blames the whole thing on Smith himself.
"There will never be a reunion ... as I will never do anything with an a**hole like Will Smith," Hubert said.
She adds, "He is still an egomaniac and has not grown up. This constant reunion thing will never ever happen in my lifetime unless there is an apology, which he doesn't know the word."
Hubert has said in the past she believes Smith is to blame for her departure in the middle of the show's run -- claiming he turned on her because she wouldn't kiss his butt.
But Smith refuted the claims after Hubert left the show in 1993 -- telling an Atlanta radio station Hubert simply had a bad attitude which played a major role in her demise.
Smith told the radio station, "[Hubert] said once, 'I've been in the business for 10 years and this snotty-nosed punk comes along and gets a show.' No matter what, to her I'm just the AntiChrist."
15 years after the show went off the air ... Janet Hubert tells TMZ she's still upset with the way she was fired from the show ... and blames the whole thing on Smith himself.
"There will never be a reunion ... as I will never do anything with an a**hole like Will Smith," Hubert said.
She adds, "He is still an egomaniac and has not grown up. This constant reunion thing will never ever happen in my lifetime unless there is an apology, which he doesn't know the word."
Hubert has said in the past she believes Smith is to blame for her departure in the middle of the show's run -- claiming he turned on her because she wouldn't kiss his butt.
But Smith refuted the claims after Hubert left the show in 1993 -- telling an Atlanta radio station Hubert simply had a bad attitude which played a major role in her demise.
Smith told the radio station, "[Hubert] said once, 'I've been in the business for 10 years and this snotty-nosed punk comes along and gets a show.' No matter what, to her I'm just the AntiChrist."
Book Claims Hoffa Buried Under GM's Headquarters
DETROIT -- Some say Jimmy Hoffa is buried under the west end zone at Giants Stadium in New Jersey. Others say he was cremated in an eastern Michigan garbage incinerator or dumped in the Florida Everglades.
But a new book penned by a man who was Hoffa's driver and a Canadian journalist says the legendary Teamster boss is still in Detroit, buried beneath General Motors' headquarters at the Renaissance Center, Downtown.
The book -- "The Weasel: A Double Life in the Mob" (Wiley; November 2011) -- is the latest tome to expose what really happened to Hoffa. The book's authors are Marvin Elkind, a self-described "chauffeur and goon for mob bosses" who turned police informant, and Adrian Humphries, who has written two other books about the Mafia.
Mr. Elkind claims that he learned during a 1985 Teamsters conference in Detroit that Hoffa was buried under the Rennaisance Center. Reputed mob boss Anthony Giacalone told him and a group of delegates, Mr. Elkind said in a New York Post interview. As the group left the hotel across the street from where the Renaissance Center was under construction, Mr. Giacalone nodded toward the building foundation and said, "Say good morning to Jimmy Hoffa, boys."
A grade-school drop out, Hoffa almost single-handly built the Teamsters into a national power and was president from 1957 to1971. He was ousted after being convicted of jury tampering, conspiracy and mail and wire fraud. Hoffa disappeared in July 1975.
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But a new book penned by a man who was Hoffa's driver and a Canadian journalist says the legendary Teamster boss is still in Detroit, buried beneath General Motors' headquarters at the Renaissance Center, Downtown.
The book -- "The Weasel: A Double Life in the Mob" (Wiley; November 2011) -- is the latest tome to expose what really happened to Hoffa. The book's authors are Marvin Elkind, a self-described "chauffeur and goon for mob bosses" who turned police informant, and Adrian Humphries, who has written two other books about the Mafia.
Mr. Elkind claims that he learned during a 1985 Teamsters conference in Detroit that Hoffa was buried under the Rennaisance Center. Reputed mob boss Anthony Giacalone told him and a group of delegates, Mr. Elkind said in a New York Post interview. As the group left the hotel across the street from where the Renaissance Center was under construction, Mr. Giacalone nodded toward the building foundation and said, "Say good morning to Jimmy Hoffa, boys."
A grade-school drop out, Hoffa almost single-handly built the Teamsters into a national power and was president from 1957 to1971. He was ousted after being convicted of jury tampering, conspiracy and mail and wire fraud. Hoffa disappeared in July 1975.
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John Legend Is Engaged
"John Legend and his girlfriend, model Chrissy Teigen, got engaged over the holidays while vacationing in the Maldives," Legend's rep, Cindi Berger, tells PEOPLE.
No further details were provided, but Legend's whereabouts this coming weekend are being reported in Las Vegas newspapers.
The singer, 32, will be performing at The Pearl at the Palms on New Year's Eve. His latest album, with The Roots, is Wake Up!.
No further details were provided, but Legend's whereabouts this coming weekend are being reported in Las Vegas newspapers.
The singer, 32, will be performing at The Pearl at the Palms on New Year's Eve. His latest album, with The Roots, is Wake Up!.
Breaking News: Rapper Slim Dunkin's Murder Apprehended!!!
Moments ago detectives arrested Vinson Hardimon aka Yung Vito for the murder of rapper Slim Dunkin.
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Timbaland About To Divorce...WTH!?!
Word on the streets is Timbaland and wife Monique Mosley are heading to court for a divorce battle. The super producer, Timbaland and his wife Monique seem to have come across bad times, and Timbaland has been under extreme stress because of it. I would imagine giving half your empire would be stressful especially to the woman who you once loved, and now your thoughts of her have been tarnished.
I guess some guys are blinded by looks and sex..Timbaland didn’t do his research first on his Jersey girl. I’m not sure what caused all the trouble, but according to several sources Monique always kept an apartment in Atlanta that Timbaland was unaware of (yikes) Timbaland was crushed when he found out his wife also dated Jermaine (JD) Dupri back in the day…. also the fact that his jewelry was missing when “sources claim that one of her family members had something to do with the misplaced jewelry and then sold it in Detroit” (not verified rumor alert). I can’t say I feel too bad for Tim, If I can recall I believe he left someone at the alter years ago? So what comes around goes around……..These two do have a son together so for his well being I hope all things work out ok.
50 Back w/ Daphne!?!
It looks like 50 and Daphne got back together right in time for Christmas. Last year Chelsea Handler left him shortly before Christmas and I guess he didn't want to spend it "alone" again so he hooked back up with Daphne after their fight in early December. The two of them were spotted at the airport together a couple of days ago headed to NYC (for Christmas) where 50 Cent and Daphne's dad both live. Since Christmas, Daphne is tweeting about all the beautiful and thoughtful gifts she received and sex/love quotes from different songs. I really don't get how stupid he has to be to get back dating her after he called her out twice through Twitter and split from her.
Word on the streets is Timbaland and wife Monique Mosley are heading to court for a divorce battle. The super producer, Timbaland and his wife Monique seem to have come across bad times, and Timbaland has been under extreme stress because of it. I would imagine giving half your empire would be stressful especially to the woman who you once loved, and now your thoughts of her have been tarnished.
I guess some guys are blinded by looks and sex..Timbaland didn’t do his research first on his Jersey girl. I’m not sure what caused all the trouble, but according to several sources Monique always kept an apartment in Atlanta that Timbaland was unaware of (yikes) Timbaland was crushed when he found out his wife also dated Jermaine (JD) Dupri back in the day…. also the fact that his jewelry was missing when “sources claim that one of her family members had something to do with the misplaced jewelry and then sold it in Detroit” (not verified rumor alert). I can’t say I feel too bad for Tim, If I can recall I believe he left someone at the alter years ago? So what comes around goes around……..These two do have a son together so for his well being I hope all things work out ok.
50 Back w/ Daphne!?!
It looks like 50 and Daphne got back together right in time for Christmas. Last year Chelsea Handler left him shortly before Christmas and I guess he didn't want to spend it "alone" again so he hooked back up with Daphne after their fight in early December. The two of them were spotted at the airport together a couple of days ago headed to NYC (for Christmas) where 50 Cent and Daphne's dad both live. Since Christmas, Daphne is tweeting about all the beautiful and thoughtful gifts she received and sex/love quotes from different songs. I really don't get how stupid he has to be to get back dating her after he called her out twice through Twitter and split from her.
Robert De Niro & Wife Welcome Baby Girl
Robert De Niro and his wife, Grace Hightower De Niro, have welcomed a daughter, his rep tells PEOPLE.
Helen Grace, born via surrogate, weighed in at 7 lbs., 2 oz.
She is the second child for the couple, who first met back in 1987 in London and are already parents to Elliot, 13.
The Academy Award winning actor, 68, also has four other children: daughter Drena, 40, and son Raphael, 35, with former wife Diahnne Abbott, as well as 16-year-old twin sons Julian and Aaron, born via surrogate with ex-girlfriend Toukie Smith. READ MORE
Helen Grace, born via surrogate, weighed in at 7 lbs., 2 oz.
She is the second child for the couple, who first met back in 1987 in London and are already parents to Elliot, 13.
The Academy Award winning actor, 68, also has four other children: daughter Drena, 40, and son Raphael, 35, with former wife Diahnne Abbott, as well as 16-year-old twin sons Julian and Aaron, born via surrogate with ex-girlfriend Toukie Smith. READ MORE
Erika Smith Files Sexual Harassment Against Golden State's Monta Ellis
A former Golden State Warriors employee who filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against star guard Monta Ellis spoke to media with her attorney Wednesday, and displayed evidence of the unwanted texts Ellis allegedly sent her, including a photo of his genitals.
In her lawsuit, which also names the team, Erika Ross Smith alleges Ellis began sending her explicit messages several times a day starting in November 2010 while she worked in the team's community relations department.
The messages included lines such as, "I want to be with you," and "Hey Sexy," and proposed sexual encounters, according to the lawsuit.
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In her lawsuit, which also names the team, Erika Ross Smith alleges Ellis began sending her explicit messages several times a day starting in November 2010 while she worked in the team's community relations department.
The messages included lines such as, "I want to be with you," and "Hey Sexy," and proposed sexual encounters, according to the lawsuit.
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R. Kelly Keepin Busy: 'I've Written 32 New Chapters For 'Trapped In The Closet"
R. Kelly has revealed that he has written 32 new chapters for his 'hip-hopera' 'Trapped In The Closet'.
The cult song series has already got 22 chapters, which were released from 2005-2007. R Kelly explained to TMZ that he needs funding in order to record the 32 new segments of the song cycle. He said:
It costs a lot of money to do... so we're actually looking for investors.
Earlier this month the R&B star announced that he will embark on a Love Letter Cruisein October 2012.
The controversial singer will take off on the five-day Caribbean jaunt next year – with tickets ranging in price from $999 (£645) to $2,999 (£1,930) – with onboard entertainment set to include gigs, salsa lessons and fashion shows.
R Kelly promoted the Love Letter Cruise on his Twitter account and seemed to hint that the trip would be repeated every year, telling his fans: "Come aboard and join me as I sail away on my first annual Love Letter Cruise."
Earlier this year, R Kelly revealed that he had decided to call his new studio album 'Black Panties'. He claimed that new LP will see him return to the sound of his 1993 debut solo record '12 Play' and will be an "R&B-like thriller album".
The cult song series has already got 22 chapters, which were released from 2005-2007. R Kelly explained to TMZ that he needs funding in order to record the 32 new segments of the song cycle. He said:
It costs a lot of money to do... so we're actually looking for investors.
Earlier this month the R&B star announced that he will embark on a Love Letter Cruisein October 2012.
The controversial singer will take off on the five-day Caribbean jaunt next year – with tickets ranging in price from $999 (£645) to $2,999 (£1,930) – with onboard entertainment set to include gigs, salsa lessons and fashion shows.
R Kelly promoted the Love Letter Cruise on his Twitter account and seemed to hint that the trip would be repeated every year, telling his fans: "Come aboard and join me as I sail away on my first annual Love Letter Cruise."
Earlier this year, R Kelly revealed that he had decided to call his new studio album 'Black Panties'. He claimed that new LP will see him return to the sound of his 1993 debut solo record '12 Play' and will be an "R&B-like thriller album".
Is Khloe Really Thrilled About Moving To Dallas Or Is She Just Making The Best...
Khloe Kardashian wasn't phased when her NBA star hubby, Lamar Odom was traded from the Los Angeles Lakers to the Dallas Mavericks, because she is eager to get away from the non-stop Kardashian-Jenner family drama, RadarOnline.com is exclusively reporting.
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Oh My...Dutch Magazine Calls Rhianna "Ultimate Niggabitch"
In an article published in the latest issue of Dutch fashion magazine Jackie, the magazine offers a little advice on how to dress like Rihanna without looking like the “ultimate Brotha Manbitch.” That’s right. No typo there. Check out the full English translation.
English Translation:
She has street cred, she has a ghetto ass and she has a golden throat. Rihanna, the good girl gone bad, is the ultimate n.i.g.g.abitch and displays that gladly, and for her that means: what’s on can come off. If that means she’ll be on stage half naked, then so be it. But Dutch winters aren’t like Jamaican ones, so pick a clothing style in which your daughter can resist minus ten. No to the big sunglasses and the pornheels, and yes to the tiger print, pink shizzle and everything that glitters. Now let’s hope she won’t beat anybody up at daycare.
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English Translation:
She has street cred, she has a ghetto ass and she has a golden throat. Rihanna, the good girl gone bad, is the ultimate n.i.g.g.abitch and displays that gladly, and for her that means: what’s on can come off. If that means she’ll be on stage half naked, then so be it. But Dutch winters aren’t like Jamaican ones, so pick a clothing style in which your daughter can resist minus ten. No to the big sunglasses and the pornheels, and yes to the tiger print, pink shizzle and everything that glitters. Now let’s hope she won’t beat anybody up at daycare.
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Nicki Minaj Disses Lil Kim "Stupid Hoe" [Audio]
Well it wouldn't be Christmas without having the war of the roses. Looks like Nicki had nothing better to do but create a little havoc and diss Lil Kim on "Stupid Hoe". A track that's been seeping all over the net. Y'all know , all this is going to do is get Kim panties bunched. If I were you, I'd just sit back and watch how this one plays out!
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Dang! Kanye Kicks Out Fan...Business Card Etiquette 101 [Video]
This past weekend the ‘Watch The Throne’ tour touched down in Tacoma, Washington, and all was good in the ‘hood while he was performing ‘All Falls Down’ until someone threw a business card onstage. Kanye stopped right in the middle of the performance to figure out exactly who it was that tossed the card. When no one fessed up, He called on security to remove four people from the front — where he thought he saw it come from:
“Whose business card is this? Whose is this? Drew, I seen it come from that direction, so like, all four of them gotta go. Unless one person raise they hand and say I’m the one who did it, all that whole section gotta go.
These cubes go twenty feet in the air fam. We risking our lives here, so you can’t be throwing sh-t that we gon’ slip on. So this whole section right here…girls and guys.”
Dang. There’s a proper way to network and throwing a business card ain’t it.
“Whose business card is this? Whose is this? Drew, I seen it come from that direction, so like, all four of them gotta go. Unless one person raise they hand and say I’m the one who did it, all that whole section gotta go.
These cubes go twenty feet in the air fam. We risking our lives here, so you can’t be throwing sh-t that we gon’ slip on. So this whole section right here…girls and guys.”
Dang. There’s a proper way to network and throwing a business card ain’t it.
Ewww...Rhianna Vomits During Show [Video]
She may do the bare minimum, but it’s clearly hard being Rihanna.
Case, point, example, the model’s latest ‘Loud’ show in Lisbon, which saw her scurry off stage mid-song to vomit. Granted we’ve done the same after watching some of her “performances”, this appears somewhat more serious. Details and video after the jump…
During a lethargic showing of ‘What’s My Name’, the clearly out of it model deserts her dancers during the dance-break – leaving it to her trusty Navy to finish the song. Speaking of the drama on Twitter, she told a fan:“yep! i ran off stage to throw up, halfway thru Whats My Name…made it back juuuust in time for RudeBoy”
Peep the clip below, paying particular attention to points 1.30 and 1.50 onwards:
An unmitigated mess! One which actually has us feeling somewhat sorry for the 23 year old. Clearly overworked (or overworking herself), this (and her recent hospital stint) serves as ample evidence that the body can only take so much.
That said, in keeping it 100, this performance hardly differs from her usual lazy parade; with any notion of “overworked” boiling down to the fact she has to serve up an album every five minutes to hide her lack of talent. And, ultimately, so that folk don’t realise nor forget her.
In any case, we wish Ms. Fenty a speedy recovery. READ MORE
Case, point, example, the model’s latest ‘Loud’ show in Lisbon, which saw her scurry off stage mid-song to vomit. Granted we’ve done the same after watching some of her “performances”, this appears somewhat more serious. Details and video after the jump…
During a lethargic showing of ‘What’s My Name’, the clearly out of it model deserts her dancers during the dance-break – leaving it to her trusty Navy to finish the song. Speaking of the drama on Twitter, she told a fan:“yep! i ran off stage to throw up, halfway thru Whats My Name…made it back juuuust in time for RudeBoy”
Peep the clip below, paying particular attention to points 1.30 and 1.50 onwards:
An unmitigated mess! One which actually has us feeling somewhat sorry for the 23 year old. Clearly overworked (or overworking herself), this (and her recent hospital stint) serves as ample evidence that the body can only take so much.
That said, in keeping it 100, this performance hardly differs from her usual lazy parade; with any notion of “overworked” boiling down to the fact she has to serve up an album every five minutes to hide her lack of talent. And, ultimately, so that folk don’t realise nor forget her.
In any case, we wish Ms. Fenty a speedy recovery. READ MORE
VH1 Divas Honor Amy Winehouse
Amy Winehouse tribute began with an introduction from Nas. The tribute features Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings (who collaborated with Winehouse) performing “You Know I’m No Good” and Florence Welch (Florence + The Machine) and Wanda Jackson singing “Back to Black.” Please tune into VH1 tonight at 9pm EST time to check out the READ MORED
Jay-Z + Armored Truck = New Family Car!?!
Washington: Jay-Z, who is determined to keep his unborn baby safe, is planning to splash out on an armoured vehicle as the safest mode of transport for his family.
The 42-year-old rapper decided to spend a huge amount on the vehicle after taking advice from Tom Cruise on how to keep his family safe.
“Jay is looking at action-movie style vehicles like Tom’s and wants to make sure they are bullet-proof and 100 per cent safe. He won``t be taking any risks that’s for sure,” Contactmusic quoted a source as saying.
In addition to the armoured car, the rapper is also planning to splash out on a new home for him and his family in Florida and has told Beyonce money is not an object.
“They went house hunting together last week and he made it clear that she can pick whichever one she likes. All Jay will care about is that it’s secluded and very well protected. Other than that so long as Bey loves it, he will too,” the source told Britain’s OK! magazine.
“He said to her that even if the house of her dreams costs him 12 million pounds, he’ll buy it. He sees it as a thank you for making his dream to be a father come true,” the source added.
The 42-year-old rapper decided to spend a huge amount on the vehicle after taking advice from Tom Cruise on how to keep his family safe.
“Jay is looking at action-movie style vehicles like Tom’s and wants to make sure they are bullet-proof and 100 per cent safe. He won``t be taking any risks that’s for sure,” Contactmusic quoted a source as saying.
In addition to the armoured car, the rapper is also planning to splash out on a new home for him and his family in Florida and has told Beyonce money is not an object.
“They went house hunting together last week and he made it clear that she can pick whichever one she likes. All Jay will care about is that it’s secluded and very well protected. Other than that so long as Bey loves it, he will too,” the source told Britain’s OK! magazine.
“He said to her that even if the house of her dreams costs him 12 million pounds, he’ll buy it. He sees it as a thank you for making his dream to be a father come true,” the source added.
Lohan Playboy Spread Breaking Records
Lohan’s playboy pictures being leaked her Playboy issue is ’breaking sales records,’ according to playboy owner Hefner who took to his twitter earlier tThe big payday may really pay off for both Lindsay Lohan and Hugh Hefner. Despiteoday Sunday Dec 18th 2011 to send this message.
“The Lindsay Lohan January-February Double Issue is breaking sales records,”
Lindsay was paid one-million dollars to pose for playboy.
“The Lindsay Lohan January-February Double Issue is breaking sales records,”
Lindsay was paid one-million dollars to pose for playboy.
It's Official...Deion Sanders Is Getting A Divorce
Per TMZ
Deion Sanders and his wife Pilar are getting divorced ... Sanders tells TMZ.
In a statement, the NFL Hall of Famer tells us, "Pilar and I have decided to end our marriage and move on to the next phase of our individual lives with mutual respect. We are friends and our top priority has and will continue to be the well-being of our children."
He continues, "We arrived at this decision prayerfully and carefully in order to be able to pursue what is in both of our best personal interests."
Deion and Pilar married in 1999 and they have three children together.
Deion Sanders and his wife Pilar are getting divorced ... Sanders tells TMZ.
In a statement, the NFL Hall of Famer tells us, "Pilar and I have decided to end our marriage and move on to the next phase of our individual lives with mutual respect. We are friends and our top priority has and will continue to be the well-being of our children."
He continues, "We arrived at this decision prayerfully and carefully in order to be able to pursue what is in both of our best personal interests."
Deion and Pilar married in 1999 and they have three children together.
Etta James...Announced Terminally Ill
Etta James -- famous for her incredible rendition of "At Last" -- is "terminally ill" ... so says her live-in doctor ... who is now asking fans to pray for the 73-year-old singer.
According to the doctor, Etta's chronic leukemia was declared incurable two weeks ago.
Etta -- whose health has been on a rapid decline the last few years -- was hospitalized in May over a life-threatening blood infection. Months before, the singer was diagnosed with both dementia and leukemia.
According to the doctor, Etta's chronic leukemia was declared incurable two weeks ago.
Etta -- whose health has been on a rapid decline the last few years -- was hospitalized in May over a life-threatening blood infection. Months before, the singer was diagnosed with both dementia and leukemia.
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Little Man With Big Troubles...Jermaine Dupri Sued For Unpaid Lamborghini BillsNot only was Jermaine Dupri's mega-expensive Lamborghini repossessed recently -- now, the people who fronted him the cash to pay for it are out for blood ... claiming the producer still owes them $80,000 for the car. Premier Financial Services filed new legal docs in Georgia Superior Court, claiming Jermaine financed the white 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago in 2006 -- worth $330,000 -- and agreed to make 58 monthly payments of $4,323. According to the docs, Jermaine dropped $70,000 up front for the car and successfully made the majority of payments -- but for some reason ... he dropped the ball in 2009, and failed to pay the remaining handful. As a result, PFS repossessed the car and sold it off for $115,000 -- and now they're out for the difference ... insisting they hemorrhaged $79,095 in the deal-gone-wrong, and they're suing Jermaine for their losses. READ MORE Doing His Part...Jay-Z To Lure Financial Crowd Sets Tickets At $2,500Hip-hop legend Jay-Z said he will perform two concerts at Carnegie Hall in February to raise money for his scholarship foundation and United Way of New York City.
“I want to do my part to make sure everyone has an opportunity,” Jay-Z said in an interview. “It’s really a shame when someone has drive and really wants to further their education, and they’re unable to because of their financial situation.” The shows will mark the first time a major solo hip-hop act has been booked for an entire show at the storied Manhattan venue, according to Clive Gillinson, Carnegie Hall’s executive and artistic director. Most of the tickets for the Feb. 6 and 7 shows will go on sale Monday and will be priced at $500 to $2,500. They’re aimed at wealthy individuals, such as hedge-fund executives and others tied to Wall Street, Jay-Z said. “This is about connecting people to help other people,” said the artist, whose real name is Shawn Carter. A portion of the tickets will be offered to the public at much lower prices on Jan. 30. Jay-Z’s Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation and United Way will split the proceeds from the ticket sales. The United Way works with families and schools to boost the reading proficiency of children from low-income neighborhoods. Raised in the Brooklyn’s Bedford-Stuyvesant district, Jay- Z, rose from poverty to become one of hip-hop’s top-selling solo acts. In 2002, he launched his charity with the help of his mother, Gloria Carter. His nonprofit has given away more than $1.3 million to help 750 needy students attend college. “We know we’re going to raise some money and help some people,” Jay-Z said. “But we’re also going to raise the profile of what I’m doing.” Must Be Nice...Check Out BBW Evelyn’s Gift From Ochocinco [Photo]Can't say if it's true love or just a means of keeping their rumored "suto" relationship in the forefront for their up coming reality show, but BBW's Evelyn recently tweeted a picture of her birthday gift from Chad Ochocinco. Must be nice. Just hope that's paid for and not a lease. “My birthday gift from my luv @ochocinco #Maserati I’m rolling to South Beach tom! Woop!” 'BBW: Miami' Photo ShootThe ladies of "Basketball Wives: Miami" put in work when they shot the promo pics for season 4. Royce Reed, Evelyn Lozada, Suzie Ketcham, Shaunie O'Neal, Tami Roman and Jennifer Williams got glammed up to rep the upcoming cycle of "Basketball Wives: Miami." The photoshoot also served as the official welcome for cast newbies Kesha Nicols and Kenya Bell. Check out pics from their first day on the set (Royce tweeted that the ladies are shooting again today), where they donned two different looks: Greek goddess and denim. READ MORE | P. Diddy and Cameron Diaz A Couple!?!According to the New York Post, Cameron Diaz and Sean “Diddy” Combs are bonding over more than just a “movie project” — they were caught kissing Saturday night at PH-D at the Dream Downtown Hotel. Spies said the blond actress, who split with Yankee slugger Alex Rodriguez in September, started the night off with dinner at Marble Lane in the lobby with friends. Afterward, the group migrated upstairs to PH-D, where Diddy came to meet Diaz at her table at about 1:15 a.m. After the music mogul ordered multiple bottles of Ciroc, Grey Goose and Patrón, onlookers said Diaz and Diddy were attached to each other all night. “They were kissing and making out,” and continued being “very affectionate” while they danced, our sources said. Diaz and Diddy left the club together with the group just after 3 a.m. This isn’t the first time Diaz has been seen fiddling with Diddy. A Page Six spy saw the pair canoodling over lunch at Scarpetta in Beverly Hills last month following an earlier dinner at Meatpacking District hot spot Catch. But Diaz’s rep insisted at the time they were discussing a movie project. Her rep still maintains, “They are friends and are not dating.” Diddy’s rep echoed that the two are “just friends.”
BET 2012 HonoreesBET will announce Monday an A-list lineup for its fifth annual Honors show in D.C. next month: Maya Angelou, Stevie Wonder, Spike Leeand Mariah Carey will be celebrated next month in D.C. for lifetime achievement to African-American culture, the network announced Monday. Also on the 2012 roster: The Tuskegee Airmen and track coach Beverly Kearney.
The night is BET’s equivalent of the Kennedy Center Honors: A black-tie tribute hosted by actress Gabrielle Union with a glitzy red carpet, VIP presenters, big-name performers, and lots of after-parties. The award show takes place Sat., Jan. 14 at the Warner Theatre. READ MORE WTH! Katt Williams Wins Custody Back: Nanny Tried to Steal My Kid!Katt Williams just won back custody of his 8-year-old adopted daughter -- after the girl's nanny allegedly lied to a judge to take her away from him ... this according to new legal docs.
TMZ broke the story last month -- a woman named Crystal McGhee went to L.A. court, seeking sole custody of Katt's daughter ... claiming she was the child's mother. Katt failed to show up to fight McGhee's claim -- so the judge granted her request by default ... on the assumption McGhee was legit. But Katt just filed new legal docs in L.A. County Superior Court -- claiming McGhee's nothing but a shameless fraud ... a former nanny "with no parental rights," who hasn't worked with the family for years. The judge has since overturned the previous order. It's unclear what motivated McGhee to seek custody -- but Katt's legal docs suggest it has to do with California State parenting perks ... i.e. collecting government benefits. READ MORE On A Roll...Tameka Raymond Tweets Gay Men Should Wear WristbandsUsher's ex-wife, Tameka Raymond, recently took to Twitter to express her feelings about undercover gay men and what they should wear.
Last month, the 40-year-old mother and stylist filed a petition against ex-husband Usher for sole custody of their two sons and additional child support. But the singer isn't the only man on the receiving end of Tameka's rage. She also sent out a message to gay men who look straight, saying they should identify themselves with "bright wristbands" rather than Timberlands, caps or vests. After receiving angry backlash, Raymond attempted to clear the smoke by making it clear, saying she was not talking about all gay men but was referring to those who participate in "trickery." But she defended her decision to speak her mind. The subject of men on the "down low" is a hot topic for African Americans, specifically tied to the overwhelming effect HIV/AIDS has had in the black community and on black women. Jennifer Hudson To Play As A Nun In New Three Stooges Movie [Photos]The Business has recently learned that songstress Jennifer Hudson is tostar as a nun in the new The Three Stooges movies alongside celebrities
including Jersey Shore’s Snooki and Sofia Vergara. Jennifer was spotted yesterday in L.A. taking
a leisurely stroll with her WWE star fiancé, David Otunga and their son David
Daniel Otunga Jr.
Her protective partner took her hand in his as they crossed the street to return to their car after having lunch together in the area. Despite lapping up the California sun, Jennifer isn’t ready to ditch her hometown for the Tinseltown just yet. The 30-year-old has just splashed out on a lavish six bedroom mansion in Chicago. The 12,000 square foot plush pad was built in 2007 and boasts seven bathrooms, a heated garage, a theatre and two laundry rooms.The palatial property is located in Chicago’s southwestern suburb of Burr Ridge, Illinois and was last listed at $2,795,000. | Prince Philip Hospitalized(AP) LONDON - Queen Elizabeth II's husband was hospitalized Friday evening after experiencing chest pains, British royal officials said. Prince Philip, 90, was taken from Sandringham, the queen's sprawling estate in rural Norfolk, to the cardiac unit at Papworth Hospital in Cambridge for "precautionary tests," a spokeswoman for Buckingham Palace said.
She declined to comment further and spoke on customary condition of anonymity. A hospital spokeswoman referred all calls back to the palace. Philip is known for his good health and rarely misses royal engagements. Upon his 90th birthday in June, he announced plans to cut back his official duties. The colorful and often outspoken husband of Elizabeth has been a familiar figure at his wife's side for decades. He has championed numerous charities over the years, but is advising the ones he heads to start planning an orderly transition as he plots the end of his working life. Philip has been at Sandringham since Monday for the royal family's Christmas festivities, Buckingham Palace said. The royals will celebrate a traditional Christmas this weekend, followed by a year's worth of festivities to mark the queen's 60th year on the throne. Elizabeth and Philip are planning to mark the event with a series of tours throughout England to culminate with a celebration in London in early June that will include an unprecedented pageant on the River Thames with up to 1,000 boats taking part. Most of the senior royals, including Prince William and his wife, now formally known as the Duchess of Cambridge, will be dispatched across the globe to help the aging monarch celebrate her Diamond Jubilee. Queen Latifah Covers EssenceQueen Latifah opened up to Essence Magazine about the struggles a plus-size woman (‘curvaceous’ in her words) deals with when purchasing clothes:
On finding clothes as a plus-size woman: Quote: “A lot of manufacturers don’t respect the curvaceous woman. They don’t respect our dollar or our shape.” On designing her own clothing line that will include sizes from 2 to 24 US: “I’m happy to make women’s clothing I really like. I mean these are things that are really beautiful, but they’re very wearable. We’re really trying to make sure that they have the best fabrics possible, that it feels good on the body. They are stylish clothes that fit my body, and make me look good and feel good about myself.” … says Queen Latifah in Essence Magazine. Hammer Time...US Sues MC Hammer For Back TaxesThe U.S. government isn't letting MC Hammer off the hook for the $779,585 it claims the rapper owes in back taxes -- and has now filed a lawsuit against the rapper and his wife ... to recoup its losses.
According to the docs, obtained by TMZ, the back taxes are from Hammer's most financially troubled years -- 1996 and 1997 -- and Uncle Sam wants the money back stat, demanding any concert earnings Hammer makes be automatically redirected into the government's pocket. Hammer -- real name Stanley Burrell -- filed for bankruptcy in 1996, after burying himself in $13 million of debt. READ MORE Awww...Another One Bites The Dust: Tyra & John SplitTyra Banks has broken up with her boyfriend of more than three years,John Utendahl, and gone on an “Eat, Pray, Love”-style trip to Bali. A source tells us the “America’s Next Top Model” diva and Brooklyn businessman Utendahl have gone their separate ways, and Banks is in the Far East “on a spiritual trip,” adding, “Tyra has gone away with a female friend and has been island-hopping, visiting Bali and taking a spiritual retreat.” Perhaps Tyra went off to find meaning after she appeared on Larry King’s “Dinner With the King.” In a taped interview shown this week, she said her tough-girl appearance on “Top Model” was just an act and, “In real life, I’m passive-aggressive . . . I’m even in coaching to learn how to be confrontational.” King interrupted, “You’re very sexy . . . You’re a sex symbol.” Utendahl doesn’t appear to be pining for The Ty-rant. He was spotted on Thursday at Catch with a leggy Russian model. Banks’ rep confirmed she was traveling but added, “I do not comment on Tyra’s personal life.”
Read more Oh Wow! Keyshia Cole Tweets Pictures Of Dogs Funeral!!! [Photo]Those that now me. Know that, I am the ultimate animal lover! But Keyshia Cole has certainly taken it to the next level for me. She had sent a tweetpic which everyone thought it was a picture of a new dog bed, but when you actually opened the pic........it was a picture of her having a funeral for her dog! WTH!!! Check it out. Whoa! Paris Hilton Converted to Islam!?!JEDDAH - Saudi Arabia - Former American socialite, Paris Hilton has converted to Islam, her spokesman, Ian Brinkham, has revealed to CBS news.
"She has been toying with the idea for quite a while now and when she was imprisoned at Century Regional Detention Facility in 2007, she encountered a few people who had already converted," Mr Brinkham said. By converting to the Muslim faith, Paris Hilton has decided to shun her old life as a celebrity skank. Speaking from an Islamic study retreat in Jeddah, she said: "I have now found total peace in my life. Before, I used to be known as an STD-ridden streetwalker , a 'hoe' and a person of loose morals, but now, things have changed. Allah be praised." Hollywood Jihad Ms Hilton plans to return to Los Angeles next week to start her own Islamic school in the middle of Beverly Hills. READ MORE |