Video Rewind: Maxwell- Let's Not Play The Game

Maxwell has so many songs that put you in the mood but his song that was featured on the Soundtrack The Best Man "Let's Not Play The Game" keeps us in the zone. Check out this special Friday night Rewind video classic that features Terrance Howard, Morris Chestnut and Taye Diggs.

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More On The Set Of Rihanna's Video Shoot For Te Amo

We have photos from Rihanna's video shoot in Paris for her song Te Amo. Check out this Diva in action.

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Crime Files: Nelly's Bodyguard Was Found Murdered

Nelly's bodyguard was found murdered near his home and this is what reports are saying:

"A murder investigation is hitting close to home for St. Louis rap star, Nelly. Multiple sources close to Nelly tell FOX 2 news the victim was one of Nelly's bodyguards. The victim is 36 year old Michale Johnson sources describe him as Nelly's left hand man, or someone who was by the rapper's side providing security. St. Louis county police responded to a home on Nola, near north Hanley Wednesday night just before midnight. Johnson was shot several times. Police say he was either walking in or walking out of the home when someone opened fire. They're not sure if Johnson was targeted or if he interrupted a burglar who then shot him. Police say they are retracing the victim's steps from the previous 24 hours to try and find out where he was, and what a possible motive might be. No one has been arrested at this point. Thursday afternoon Nelly didn't want to talk about Johnson's murder. The rap start was busy giving out scholarships at Lindenwood University. Two high school students received full tuition scholarships. This is the second year Nelly has made such a donation to the school."

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Monica Talks Tiny and T.I., Chad Ochocinco and The Break-Up With Rocko

Monica shows us the strongest know how to survive, even through the toughest of times. The Diva chatted it up with HoneyMag on everything from her new album, to her video with Chad Ochocinco, her friendship with Tiny and how prayer helped her survive the break-up with Rocko. Check out a few interesting excerpts from the interview.

What kind of friend is Tiny? The best way to describe her is real no matter what the circumstances are. [That’s] one thing that Tameka and I share in common—she never changes. And she just has this way of showing you unconditional love no matter what’s taking place. When you’re down and out, when you’ve done something wrong, she won’t condemn you or judge you. She’ll just be there for you. And she’s not afraid to stick her neck out on the line for a friend or a love one.

A lot of people are surprised that T.I and Tiny have been together so long. Are they a perfect fit for each other? I think she’s the perfect person for T.I.P. because he’s going to need somebody that is supportive. Somebody that will not turn their back regardless if he’s still the hottest rapper ever or if he just wants to be Clifford Harris at home with the kids. I think people get too caught up on the superficial things and all this other stuff and they don’t see the person. I think she is one of the absolute best people that you will ever meet.

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There were so many people that doubted your new album Still Standing. Were you surprised on the success of the album?  You know I was surprised because I was not thinking about I want to come out and sell a certain amount of records. I just wanted to make a solid album for a group of people that had always been there and supported my music. And I wanted to go back to the way I recorded the first album which was make an album that felt good—that was not about the politics or anything other than the music.

Why did you choose the title Still Standing?  In this day in age people get to consumed with what they don’t have and forget to be appreciative of what they do have, who wasn’t there instead of who was there. What they have not been able to accomplish instead of what they have accomplished. Still standing was my personal testament to say you can make it through anything if you truly believe. And that’s just something I wanted any girl that has come up with nothing like myself—[anyone who] has come from a place where people aren’t expected to make it. I wanted people to have that feeling –especially women. So still standing was just to say don’t give up. Stand on your own two feet and don’t allow life to take you off your feet.




The video for “Everything To Me” also starred Chad Ochocinco. What made you choose him for the video?  There is this agency called Tough Love. They were working with him already. And they were saying he reminds me of you because he treats people a certain way. He never acts like he’s better than anyone else. And they were absolutely right. When he came on set he spoke to everybody on set down to the cameraman.
You two had so much chemistry. Is there anything going on between you?  He’s out on the circuit and I’m just not ready to date yet. He actually has a reality show where he’s trying to find love. We are not dating. I’m not ready. I can’t imagine a movie, date or dinner. I just can’t see it.



That is understandable. You recently broke up with your fiancé of ten years. Do you think you will date again? When you spend almost a decade with one person its kind of hard to get your heart back opened up that particular way. But maybe when that time comes, I don’t know who the person would be that I would date at that time. But I’m not against any type of person or profession.
How is your current relationship with your former fiancé Rodney “Rocko” Hill? For years we were together. And we have a great friendship now. People sometimes assume that when you decide not to be in a relationship anymore you have to have all these weird frustrating moments and negative energy amongst the two. We are not like that because we purposely had our children. They were conceived in love and they are not going to be brought up in anything besides that as well. Its shocking for people to hear how close we are as friends now.

Check out the full interview over at Honey Mag.

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Afternoon Diva Niblet: Leona Lewis Covers The June Issue of InStyle UK Magazine

Leona Lewis looks gorgeous on the cover of the June issue of InStyle UK magazine. The diva knows how to work the camera from every angle and we even have some behind the scenes footage from the photo shoot. Check it!

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Diva Spotlight: A Day in The Life of LisaRaye McCoy

LisaRaye gives us a glimpse inside her world while in the NYC. She hit up the Wendy Williams show and Vibe magazine, filming for the segment called A Day In The Life of LisaRaye.  Keep in mind, she has a slue of people around her at all times that consist of her camera crew, assistants, stylist and makeup artist.  Check out this Diva in action. Also, watch the videos with LisaRaye talking Divorce, her Reality Show, and Gold Diggers.






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Splitsville: Halle Berry and Gabriel Aubry Are OVER

This kind of new on a Friday just really blows. Halle Berry and Gabriel Aubry are officially over. Sources say, "Gabriel just felt it wasn't working anymore," the source says. "When they were first together the 9-year age difference between them didn't phase him, she was the most beautiful woman he had ever dated and he was totally in love, but as time went on he started feeling it more and more. Gabriel started noticing other women, and being attracted to other, and he felt it just wasn't right to stay with Halle in those circumstances."





Wow, the age difference was the breaking factor. I'm not convinced that this is the only reason or the real reason for the split.

Right now they are in the process of negotiating the financial and custody of Nahla and trying to hash out some kind of agreement.

Folks, this is why the single life is looking like the best way to go.

More later, as this story is still breaking and I've yet to have a single drop of coffee..

Update 11:20am-TMZ has learned that Halle and Gabriel have agreed to several short-term custody arrangements while they sort things out. They have renewed them each time they have expired and are still working under a short-term agreement but no permanent agreement has been struck.

Halle consulted a divorce lawyer 3 weeks ago. Well, there you have it. Expect an Official statement soon. We know with all the Buzz, it's coming.

Stay tuned folks...

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Diva Style: Solange Knowles Dares To Be Different

Solange Knowles has her own unique style that is very different from her big sister Beyonce and we kind of Love it. Last night she attended the DKMS' 4th Annual Gala: Linked Against Leukemia with a cute little dress on, showcasing her lovely legs and some fierce shoes. Even with the short hair-do, she dared to be different and it works for her. We are glad to see she has her own flair for fashion. Now we must admit that sometimes it works for her and sometimes it doesn't. In the case of last night, it definitely worked in her favor.





Work it out, Diva!Credit: Wire Image

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Lamman Rucker, Denise Boutte, and More at Converse NBA Playoff Suite

Celebs were in the ATL last night at the Converse NBA Playoff Suite and some of Tyler Perry's Meet The Browns cast members were partying it up.  This event kicked off the start to the Converse Take Over  weekend in the ATL. Check out a few of these Exclusive photos via FreddyO.


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That fine Lamman Rucker was in the HOUSE....fan self

Terri Vaughn and Young Joc

Check out the full gallery over at FreddyO.

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Matt Barnes Is Not A Fan of VH1's Basketball Wives

Matt Barnes is making his feelings perfectly clear on VH1's Basketball Wives. He even told his fiance Gloria he didn't think it was a good idea to get on the show. "I wasn’t 100% against it at the beginning. It started back in Phoenix when SHAUNIE O’NEAL approached my fiancee about it and I was really apprehensive about it. Then they kept approaching my fiancee about it back and forth back and forth and I was really against it but my fiancee talked to the producers and felt good about it so I definitely backed her.


But after watching the first show I was just disgusted. I told my team, because you know [my teammate] Dwight’s involved in that too, that I’m not watching that because I know it’s going to make me mad and I’m going to watch it at the end of the season. I just think that what they say is going to happen and what actually happens is two different things.


Reality TV is kind of a joke. Everything is scripted. There is nothing reality about Reality TV. With that said, I’ll kind of leave it at that but if you want to have me back on at the end of the season when I won’t get fined for what I say, I’ll definitely tell you what I think about that."

Yeah, there is so much drama and cattiness going and even if he is genuine, it surly isn't portrayed on the show. Now watch the groupies come out and go in on him for saying he doesn't cheat in 5,4,3,2...

Watch the other ladies look less than convinced that he is on the up and up.

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Halle Berry, Estelle, Solange Knowles and More At DKMS Gala

Celebs attended DKMS 4th Annual Gala's Linked Against Leukemia in the New York last night. The guest list included the lovely Halle Berry, Estelle, Solange Knowles, Shaun Robinson, and many more. Check out the full gallery from some of your favorite celebs.


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Halle Berry is just a certified hottie and we are loving her look.

Rachel Roy looked lovely.

Shaun Robinson

Solange loves those little dresses and she can pull them off.

love the dress on Estelle but not crazy about the shoes.

L.A. and Erika looking good. Erica's shoes are the business.

CEO of Coty Inc. Bernd Beetz and Solange.

Just girls appreciated one another.

Shaun and Estelle were all smiles.

Damn, can Halle be anymore flawless.

And, a little atmosphere to show you a sneak peek inside.
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On Set: Rihanna's Video Shoot For Song TE AMO

If you haven't peeped the song "TE AMO" by Rihanna, you might want to take a listen to RiRi speak of another woman. It's quite intersting! Check out Rihanna looking Diva-ish on the set of her new video. This chick's shoe game is Fierce.



I'm in love with those boots.


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President Barack Obama Breaks Down During Dorothy Height's Funeral

President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama attended the funeral of Dorothy Height along with Vice President Joe Biden, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and others. The President called Dorothy Height a history-making figure in the civil rights movement whose quiet perseverance produced gains in "a righteous cause."

"She never cared about who got the credit," the president said. "What she cared about was the cause. The cause of justice, the cause of equality, the cause of opportunity, freedom's cause."

He even became very emotional, bowing his head and shed a few tears.






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She wouldn't allow "just a bunch of men" to control the meeting, Obama said. When Height's attendance became impossible because cars could not reach her snow-choked driveway, he said, she still sent a message with her ideas.

Noting Height's trademark attire, Obama said, "we loved those hats she wore like a crown. Regal."

He cited her role in desegregating the YWCA and in leading the National Council of Negro Women with "vision and energy, vision and class." He said her name should be associated with great leaders such as King and W.E.B. DuBois.

"She too deserves a place in our history books," Obama said. "She too deserves a place of honor in America's memory."




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Video Peak: Ice Cube Brings Are We There Yet To TBS

Ice Cube is bringing some serious comedy to TBS with his new Sitcom "Are We There Yet?" The shows cast includes Terry Crews, Essence Atkins, Tamela Hopkins and more. I'll be watching, that's for sure and this Exclusive trailer is brought to you by TheYBF. Yes, We Blogger's are not afraid to give shout outs. Hell, we get our info from somewhere...

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Music Video Spotlight: Lupe Fiasco- I'm Beamin

Lupe Fiasco has a brand new video for his song "I'm Beamin" and I kind of like this one. Check it!

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Chad Ochocinco Talks Why He Loves Twitter

Chad Ochocinco is featured on this week's RollingOut.com magazine and he has something to say about his love for Twitter.
"I love Twitter because it changed the perceptions that people had of me. Most NFL players are not accessible, but I let people know that I am regular. I’m just like you.”

Why Chad Invites and pays for Twitter fans to join him on movie night: “During the season, I have movie night on Fridays if a good movie comes out. I invite 100 people on Twitter [to the movies] so that they can really see who I am."

Check out the full article by clicking here.

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