FiRsT lAdY mIcHeLlE oBaMa AnD jImMy FaLlOn DaNcE iT oUt!

2013 LA

ThE cAsT oF "RoOtS" fIrE bAcK aT dIrEcToR qUeNtIn TaRaNtInO

Yesterday on "The Wendy Williams Show", part of the cast of the infamous slave film "Roots" came on to share with America, the timeless classic story written by author, Alex Haley. 

The cast also appeared on daytime talk show "The View" with co-host and moderator Whoopi Goldberg, leading the extraordinary first time on prime time TV interview to the masses!

I had NEVER in my life seen the characters of this film appear on prime time TV, and Ms. Goldberg hinted a suggestion that ABC, should air the film in its entirety one day. I concur! But I digress.

On The Wendy Williams Show, the exuberant host shared a public statement made by writer/director Quentin Tarantino, and his thoughts on the film "Roots": 

“When you look at Roots, nothing about it rings true in the storytelling, and none of the performances ring true for me either,” said Tarantino. “I didn’t see it when it first came on, but when I did I couldn’t get over how oversimplified they made everything about that time. It didn’t move me because it claimed to be something it wasn’t.”

Levar Burton, who played the character of young Kunta Kinte in the film, immediately took offense to Tarantino's comment and had this to say:

"Come and explain to me. He makes movies that are adolescent fantasies on steroids."

Leslie Uggams, who played the character Kizzy in the film, also had fierce words for Tarantino:

"We're telling our black story, he ain't black!"

I am a fan of certain Quentin Tarantino films but for the director to make a comment such as this, it makes me feel he doesn't fully understand the black struggle. For him to say "Roots" was oversimplified is astonishing to me, because I actually felt that his film "DJANGO UNCHAINED" was more oversimplified than any slavery movie I've ever seen. Even the slave film "Mandingo" was more reminiscent of slavery time than, "DJANGO".

Tarantino got the usage of the n-word down packed in his film, and the hostility and violence was graphic but true. However, the story itself just doesn't compare to Roots, period. 

DJANGO was more of a drama-comedy and during those horrid times of slavery, there was hardly anything funny about it. But Tarantino found a way to make light of the human holocaust. 

The film was absolutely interesting, but doesn't come close to the "authenticity" that Roots so brilliantly portrayed. 

Sorry Quentin can't have your back with this one.

2013 LA

BeYoNcE's SuPeRbOwL PeRfOrMaNcE sToLE tHe ShOw!

The Superbowl is one of the biggest games of the year, and although Americans eagerly tuned in to watch the San Francisco 49er's go head to head with the Baltimore Ravens, ultimately it was the half-time performance and commercials that stole the show!

Beyoncé's stage set up was fierce displaying a lit up silhouette of her body, along with a lit up outline of her face and flowing fabric resembling her long tresses. The graphics of the show was sick, and kept your attention with every mind blowing move and mirror reflection! Beyoncé owned that stage, and gave us all a bit of diva-ish runway model appeal to go with it!

Destiny Child's members Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams (seen above), appeared on stage next to Bey, performing a few of their group songs. 

During Destiny Child's performance, group member Michelle Williams, seemed a bit off cue with her dance moves and appeared to be uncomfortable with the sexy moves that Kelly and Beyoncé had already mastered. I thought it was just me, until I read singer Keisha Cole's comment on twitter stating:

I think I was frightened to blink for a sec. Then Michell sung and woke my ass up from my daze! She always fuckN the groove up/
But hey! I love y'all too! And y'all girl is WACK and always will be!
-Keyshia Cole

Hostile words from the West coast singer, and probably not the words I would have used but relevant nonetheless.

Anyhoo, awesome performance ladies, and Beyoncé good luck on your new world tour titled: The Mrs. Carter Show!

2013 LA

KiM kArDaShIaN sPoRtS hEr BaBy bUmP!

Reality TV star Kim Kardashian, has finally begun to sport a new baby bump! 

Kim K., excitedly tweeted about her new curvy figure stating, “Well hello there! #PoppedOuttaNowhere!!!”

It looks like baby Kimye, will soon be on the way!

Happy bumping Kim!

2013 LA

MoViE rEvIeW oN qUeNtIn TaRaNtInO's "DjAnGo"

Recently viewing the much controversial film "DJANGO", I must admit, it wasn't what I thought it would be. I imagined a "ROOTS" like slave storyline, but with the character named DJANGO, fighting to find the love of his life. What I got was "the revenge of the black slave" like storyline -- which I'm not mad at lol!

The film was almost 3 hours long, just about as long as the film "Malcolm X", but what both films have in common is -- the storyline never slowed down and both equally had much drama, excitement, and laughter with jaw dropping moments!

Actor Jaime Foxx did an excellent job playing the lead role, and actor Samuel L. Jackson couldn't have been a better "uncle Tom". Mr. Jackson made you HATE him, and that's usually the sign of a great actor who plays a villainous role. 

Mr. Jackson was so impressive in his role, that I almost felt he played the part on purpose to prove a point. Actor Christoph Waltz played a German bounty hunter who helped DJANGO find his wife. Waltz and Foxx, were the perfect "ebony and ivory" team who worked cohesively to bring about justice.

Actress Kerry Washington (who played Broomhilda and DJANGO's wife) was the prize to find throughout the film; had limited appearances, however, when she did act her scenes were very emotional and dramatically strong. 

Before viewing the film I read a few previews that actor Leonardo DiCaprio (who plays plantation owner Calvin Candie), had many emotional hang ups over the usage of the word "nigg*@". 

If that were the case you couldn't tell in the movie because Mr. DiCaprio, did an excellent job playing a slave master. He was barbaric enough, evil enough, dirty enough and corrupt enough to give you the full imagery of what slave masters were like back in those days. 

Understandably DiCaprio would be upset to speak such a word because he deems Foxx and Jackson to be friends, but as actor Jaime Foxx honestly stated, "It's supposed to, it's supposed to bother you. Those horrific things that happened to us, is supposed to bother you."

I've never in my life seen a slave movie quite like this, but I must say, it did give me great pleasure to watch DJANGO get revenge on the slave masters and overseers, is that bad? 

I felt as if I were watching an awesome cowboys and Indians film, but with the slaves finally being victorious in the end! There was much more blood and guts then I expected, and I was most surprised when Jaime Foxx went bald eagle while an overseer attempted to castrate him! 

Actor/director Spike Lee, was livid about the usage of the degrading n-word in this film, and publicly stated he wouldn't go see it as it "is disrespectful to his ancestors." 

I understand Spikes' view on the disrespect part, however, the word usage in the film is absolutely reminiscent of slavery no matter how much it hurts to hear it. Is Mr. Lee so upset over the word usage because the director of the film is white, or because he didn't think to do the film first? Just wondering. Love you Mr. Lee!

All in all this film didn't depict exactly how slavery was, but it gave you just enough to understand the climate in which African Americans lived. 

Much kudos to director/writer Quentin Tarantino, for having the cojones to publicize such a film. 

I recommend anyone (except children) to go see this movie!

2013 LA

KiM k. AnD kAnYe ArE hAvInG a BaBy!

More pregger news from the pregger strastosphere: reality TV star Kim Kardashian and boyfriend of almost a year rapper Kanye West, have confirmed that they are expecting their first child together!

During a concert yesterday, Kanye West told the audience to "Stop the music and make some noise for my baby mama,” according to a fan on Twitter who was at the show, and then reportedly pointed to his girlfriend in the audience.

Moreover, Kim Kardashian is still married to ex-husband of only 72 days NBA player Kris Humphries, which would make this situation kind of awkward don't you think? Can you imagine Kim going to divorce court with Kris, and she has a bulging belly that obviously didn't come from him?! I guess Kim is definitely showing Kris, that she's moved on and so should he.

Youngest sister Khloe Kardashian, who has struggled to get pregnant with husband Lamar Odom, wrote, “Keeping secrets is hard with so many family members! Especially when you are so freaking excited!!!!! LOVE is everything!!!!”

Oldest sister Kourtney Kardashian, who just gave birth to her second child in July, also gushed, “Been wanting to shout from the rooftops with joy and now I can! Another angel to welcome to our family. Overwhelmed with excitement!”

Kris Jenner, the matriarch and manager of the Kardashian-Jenner clan, added, “Oh BABY BABY BABY!!,” while her 17-year-old model-reality star daughter with Bruce Jenner, Kendall, tweeted, “whos excited about the KIMYE babbyyy?! :D weeee.”

On a side note: I hope Khloe and Lamar will welcome their bundle of joy soon, I'm sure it must be pretty painful to watch her sister's get pregnant and not herself. But all things in due time, and I'm sure when it happens it will be right on time. Keep ya head up Khloe!

Congrats to the happy couple, and this better not be a publicity stunt!

2012 LA

"RhOa" StAr PhAeDrA pArKs Is PrEgNAnT aGaIn!

Look who's preggers! "Real Housewives of Atlanta" star Phaedra Parks, is expecting her 2nd child with husband, Apollo Nida! Their 2 and a half year old son Ayden, will soon be a big brother!

This particular picture above is of Phaedra on the beaches of Nassau, Bahamas, where she and Apollo spent the Christmas holiday with a few friends (seen-r: Toya and Memphitz Wright, Kandi Burruss and boyfriend Todd, Rasheeda and Kirk Frost).

I'm sure happy to see Phaedra and Apollo are still together, because in a sneak peak preview of the next "RHOA" episode, it was said the couple were getting a divorce. I guess the "bun in the oven" suggests otherwise lol!

Congrats to the happy couple!

2012 LA

TiA & tAmErA's NeW wEbSiTe

A new photo has surfaced of twin sister Tamera Housley, and new son Aden! I love this photo! Tamera looks as if she is in complete bliss, and baby Aden looks smitten by his mommy! I've noticed that baby Aden, looks a lot like his daddy!

Check out Tamera and her twin sister Tia's new website!