BeRnIe MaC dEaD aT 50

When first hearing of B-Mac falling ill due to pneumonia, my initial thoughts were "uh oh, I hope he gets better." 

And I went on with life assuming that he would, until yesterday it was reported that Bernie Mac, undeniably one of the funniest men of all time -- had died. All I could do was be silent. 

Reminiscing back to the first time I laid eyes on the tall chocolate brother; he had on stone washed jeans, a colorful shirt, and when Bernie graced the stage of 'Def Comedy Jam' he yelled out, "KICK IT! YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND! I AIN'T SCARED OF YOU MTF'S!" 

The newbie to the spotlight had my attention ever since. Bernie's last public appearance was at a fundraiser for Democratic presidential candidate, Barack Obama. 

B-Mac, you were audaciously talented and touched the hearts of so many people -- including mine. You will forever be missed and my condolences go out to the Mac family.

2008 LA

ShOoT-oUt DuRiNg SoSo DeF sUmMeRfEsT wEeKeNd

Club Dream was on the radar for Friday night, but after a shoot out happened at the night spot -- it has permanently been taken off my radar. 

Rapper/producer Jermaine Dupri gave a party last Friday night in Atlanta, when gun shots rang out. Allegedly, rapper P. Diddy, actors Nia Long, Sanaa Lathan, and singer Usher among others, hurried to exit the building.

Apparently, Club Dream began double charging party goers for access to the VIP section, and when the scandal was discovered people weren't necessarily happy about it and as a result, an unidentified man shot his gun in the air wounding a security guard. 

How much were people overcharged?  

Two days prior to the scheduled event, I called Club Dream and inquired about VIP pricing to which I was told two thousand. So if people were being double charged, were they being charged four instead of two thousand? Yes, I would've been angry if I were cheated out of money, but not to the point of shooting up the club.  

How did the gun get into the club anyway? I thought security was tight at this spot?  

Now that I know Club Dream doesn't check for weaponry, my chances of ever hanging out there are slim to none.

2008 LA

Dj "K-sWiFt "DiEs In TrAgIc PoOl AcCiDeNt

Khia "K-Swift" Edgerton, was a popular Baltimore DJ who made history as being the first woman in the country to coordinate a mix show for Radio One 92 Q Jams.

While hosting a party at her home Edgerton jumped into her pool, but didn't immediately resurface for a long time. As she was pulled out of the water she lay unconscious with a fractured neck. An emergency crew was notified as party guests waited aside to learn the final results; the final results being the young DJ's death.

K-Swift owned her own graphics and production company, and was a member of  "Murda Mami's" -- a female DJ squad.

A tragic ending to a beautiful life, K-Swift, rest in peace.

2008 LA

RaPpEr NaS pRoTeStS oUtSiDe FoX NeWs

In New York City yesterday veteran rapper Nas, took to the streets to protest outside the Fox News building -- along with the organization called 'Color of Change'.

The Hip Hop lyricists' new song titled "Sly Fox", speaks of the lies and rumors often reported by Fox News, and caught the attention of this particular organization who retained more than 600 thousand signatures -- in a plea to remove the propaganda machine from the airwaves.


Bill O'Reilly, host of the "O'Reilly Factor" on Fox News, stated that Nas was causing commotion as a way to trigger record sells and publicity for his new album. 

As a person that has followed the "One Mic" rapper, I can attest that the young brotha's lyrics have always been political in nature; giving way to history lessons for our youth. Nas constantly educates the people with his words within his music, rapping about slavery, Africa, and the US government -- all you have to do is listen.

Nas' stand against Fox News is certainly not a gimmick. Him taking a stand against hateful rhetoric, means taking a stand for us all.

So thank you Nas, for your bravery and strength.

2008 LA

GoLdEn GiRl StAr EsTeLlE gEtTy DiEs

Much respect to Estelle Getty, the vibrant and comical actress who played meddling mother Sophia on the hit TV show, The Golden Girls.

84 year old Estelle suffered from dementia and died this Tuesday. Thank you Estelle Getty, for many years of good laughs and great entertainment.

2008 LA

JeSsIcA sImPsOn LoVe TrIaNgLe

Lately, when you hear Jessica Simpson's name doesn't it appear to be about the same thing?

Jessica Simpson has found love, or Jessica Simpson has lost love. Since her divorce from 98 Degrees singer Nick Lachey, the blond beauty has definitely dated her fair share of bachelors. And although her former hubby, appears to have settled down with ex-MTV VJ beauty Vanessa Minnillo; Jessica seems to be on a spiraling wheel-o-love -- at least for now, as the veteran singer doesn't appear to stay single long.

Simpson recently appeared on the day time talk show 'The View', describing her 8 month old relationship with Dallas Cowboy cutie, Tony Romo. When describing her new beau she didn't get excited -- as a matter of fact, she didn't smile once. No twinkle in the eyes, no blushing as she spoke his name like she use to do when speaking of Nick Lachey. However, she did say that she is "in love" with Romo and that it's definitely true love. 

 

Personally, I don't buy it for a minute, which leads me to believe that there maybe trouble in paradise?

But I wish them luck!

2008 LA

RuBeN sTuDdArD gEtS mArRiEd

American Idol teddy bear Ruben Studdard, has gotten married in his home state of Alabama.

Allegedly, Ruben was signing autographs at a local Walmart when the new Mrs. Studdard, entered the store to have a CD autographed by the singer as a gift for her friend. 

The fact that she came to meet the singer for a friend and not herself didn't seem to phase the velvet crooner, as he immediately rushed out the store after her. When he caught up with the future Mrs. Studdard, he asked for her phone number and they dated for 2 years thereafter -- the rest is history. 

Congrats on your new marriage Mr. and Mrs. Studdard!

Update: Mr. Studdard has since divorced Ms. Zuri McCants; I guess love at first sight doesn't last very long?

 2008 LA

LiNdSaY lOhAn A lEsBiAn?

Has anyone else noticed that Lindsay Lohan, has a girlfriend?

Great, wonderful, good for her, but when did she decide to switch teams?

Lindsay's new lesbian love is Samantha Ronson (seen-r), a well-known DJ in the Los Angeles area.

Did Lindsay decide to try something new, since the men in her life haven't been working out?

Maybe this will work better for the veteran actress; since she's been dating Ronson she hasn't been in the tabloids involving crazy drug and booze escapades. Lindsay actually seems to be enjoying life a lot more.

Stay positive Lindsay and good luck in your new relationship!

2008 LA