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The Ugly Truth: Bill Cosby Testified To Getting Drugs To Give Women He Wanted Sex From

There you have it folks, Bill Cosby HIMSELF has owned up to finding drugs to use on women he wanted to have sex with. According to AP reports : Bill Cosby testified in 2005 that he got Quaaludes with the intent of giving them to young women he wanted to have sex with, and he admitted giving the sedative to at least one woman and “other people,” according to documents obtained Monday by The Associated Press. The AP had gone to court to compel the release of the documents; Cosby’s lawyers had objected on the grounds that it would embarrass their client. The 77-year-old comedian was testifying under oath in a lawsuit filed by a former Temple University employee. He testified he gave her three half-pills of Benadryl. Cosby settled that sexual-abuse lawsuit for undisclosed terms in 2006. His lawyers in the Philadelphia case did not immediately return phone calls Monday. Cosby has been accused by more than two dozen women of sexual misconduct, including allegations by many that he drugged and raped them in incidents dating back more than four decades. Cosby, 77, has never been criminally charged, and most of the accusations are barred by statutes of limitations. Cosby resigned in December from the board of trustees at Temple, where he was the popular face of the Philadelphia school in advertisements, fundraising campaigns and commencement speeches. Wonder what Azalea Banks and other people who’ve been standing behind America’s Dad will have to say NOW? Are you shocked? GettyImages/WENN

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The Ugly Truth: Bill Cosby Testified To Getting Drugs To Give Women He Wanted Sex From

The Ugly Truth: Bill Cosby Testified To Getting Drugs To Give Women He Wanted Sex From

There you have it folks, Bill Cosby HIMSELF has owned up to finding drugs to use on women he wanted to have sex with. According to AP reports : Bill Cosby testified in 2005 that he got Quaaludes with the intent of giving them to young women he wanted to have sex with, and he admitted giving the sedative to at least one woman and “other people,” according to documents obtained Monday by The Associated Press. The AP had gone to court to compel the release of the documents; Cosby’s lawyers had objected on the grounds that it would embarrass their client. The 77-year-old comedian was testifying under oath in a lawsuit filed by a former Temple University employee. He testified he gave her three half-pills of Benadryl. Cosby settled that sexual-abuse lawsuit for undisclosed terms in 2006. His lawyers in the Philadelphia case did not immediately return phone calls Monday. Cosby has been accused by more than two dozen women of sexual misconduct, including allegations by many that he drugged and raped them in incidents dating back more than four decades. Cosby, 77, has never been criminally charged, and most of the accusations are barred by statutes of limitations. Cosby resigned in December from the board of trustees at Temple, where he was the popular face of the Philadelphia school in advertisements, fundraising campaigns and commencement speeches. Wonder what Azalea Banks and other people who’ve been standing behind America’s Dad will have to say NOW? Are you shocked? GettyImages/WENN

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Angela Simmons And Michelle Williams Host Apollo Theater WOW Festival [PHOTOS]

Grammy-award winning singer Michelle Williams and style icon Angela Simmons  hit up events at the Women of the World Festival at the Apollo Theater this weekend.  Michelle ran a panel about the music industry and the female image, while Angela spoke to high school students about self image and The Media. Joined by Elle Varner and Beyonce’s publicist Yvette Noel-Schure, Angela and Michelle spoke openly on each panel.   Both discussions were part of a larger festival featuring performances, talks, mentoring sessions, music, film and debates that celebrate the talents of women and girls from all walks of life and all parts of the world. Great job, ladies! Look below for more #WOWApollo photos.

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Will You Be Watching? BET Premieres New “Apollo Live” Series Tonight!

Hopefully this show gives BET programming the lift it’s been looking for… We gotta say we’re actually excited to check out “Apollo Live” tonight . It’s been four years since production of Showtime At The Apollo ceased, but BET is staging a revival of the popular show in the form of Apollo Live with its broadcast premiere on November 29th at 8p/7c. Birthplace of legends and home of future stars, The Apollo Theater shines anew for the next generation. Brought to you by the brilliant creative trio and executive producers Jamie Foxx, Marcus King, and Don Weiner who put a fresh spin on the classic “Amateur Night” variety show, Apollo Live is both a talent showcase and a singing competition. And there’s some serious talent in the judges seats with the legendary Gladys Knight, veteran emcee Doug E. Fresh, and New Edition’s Michael Bivins as judges. Hosted by comedian Tony Rock, Apollo Live promises to entertain with a bevy of special guest appearances and performances. Will you be watching? Do you have a favorite Apollo memory? Don’t forget to tune in at 8pm/7c on Thursdays on BET!

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They’re Baaaaack! It’s Almost Showtime For The “Apollo Live” Tour And New BET Show

Last year we told you Jamie Foxx would be bringing “Showtime At The Apollo” back , and well, it’s finally about that time. It’s been four years since production of Showtime At The Apollo ceased, but BET is staging a revival of the popular show in the form of Apollo Live with its broadcast premiere on November 29th at 8p/7c. Birthplace of legends and home of future stars, The Apollo Theater shines anew for the next generation. Brought to you by the brilliant creative trio and executive producers Jamie Foxx, Marcus King, and Don Weiner who put a fresh spin on the classic “Amateur Night” variety show, Apollo Live is both a talent showcase and a singing competition. And there’s some serious talent in the judges seats with the legendary Gladys Knight, veteran emcee Doug E. Fresh, and New Edition’s Michael Bivins as judges. Hosted by comedian Tony Rock, Apollo Live promises to entertain with a bevy of special guest appearances and performances. And before the show airs on BET you can catch the Apollo Live Lounge in your city. Here’s more info: The “Apollo Live Lounge” tour is coming to a city near you, transforming local venues in every tour city to capture the vibe and spirit of the historic Apollo Theater. Local performers will strut their stuff for a chance to win a Cash Prize! Similar to the classic Amateur Night at the Apollo Theater variety show, the top performance will be decided by a live audience, whose cheers and jeers will determine who has what it takes to take the top prize! A trio of local celebrity judges will also be on hand to assist if necessary, as well as a live Emcee to keep the night moving and shaking! Now you can get a front row seat and experience the show firsthand. See tour locations and schedule below. Baltimore, MD: 11/15/12, 6pm – 8pm @ Eden’s Lounge Washington, D.C.: 11/16/12, 6pm – 8pm @ Bar 7 Raleigh, NC: 11/23/12, 9pm – 11pm @ Zydeco Downtown Charlotte, NC: 11/24/12, 7pm – 9pm @ Tempo Atlanta, GA: 11/26/12, time/venue TBD Memphis, TN: 11/27/12, 5pm – 7pm @ The Ice Bar Detroit, MI: 11/28/12, 7pm – 9pm @ Flood’s Bar & Grill Chicago, IL: 11/29/12, 9pm – 11pm @ Funky Buddha Lounge Philadephia, PA: 11/30/12, 9pm – 11pm @ Mezzanine SuperClub Check out more info on the Apollo Live Lounge: On Facebook by liking the fan page at Facebook.com/APOLLOLIVELOUNGE and Facebook.com/BET On Twitter by following hashtag #ApolloLive and @BET On Google plus at bet.us/gplusBET

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K Michelle Of Love & Hip Hop Atlanta Goes Off Telling Toya Wright To “Shut The Fck Up And Stay Out Of Hers!” [Video]

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Blissful Matrimony-dom: Swizzy And Alicia Keys Share Their Anniversary Love On Instagram

Alicia Keys And Swizz Beatz Celebrate Their Anniversary If you haven’t been keeping track, it’s been two years since Alicia Keys walked down the aisle with her beard ooops we mean her “bearded” boo thang ! Well it just wouldn’t be right if the couple didn’t celebrate in style. Alicia took to her Twitter/Instagram accounts to share an anniversary photo of the couple in front of one of their mutual inspirations — the Apollo Theater: Sounds so romantic riiight? Hit the flip to see Swizzy’s anniversary gift.

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The Swaggest GIFs of Justin Bieber

It was hard to narrow down just a few of Justin Bieber's swaggest GIFs, but we managed to do it. Read the original post: The Swaggest GIFs of Justin Bieber

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Justin Bieber, Ludacris Blackout NYC’s Apollo Theater

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American Idol to President Obama & Al Green: Sing For Us!

If you haven’t seen the video of President Obama singing Al Green at a fundraiser at New York City’s legendary Apollo Theater last week, you need to. No matter what you think of his views, the Prez proved with his riff on “Let’s Stay Together” that he’s got pipes! And we weren’t the only ones impressed. Friday, American Idol executive producer Nigel Lythgoe Tweeted an official offer to the Commander in Chief that he can’t refuse. Or at least he shouldn’t: Obama Sings Al Green “@BarackObama we loved your vocal performance so much we’d love to invite you on to #AmericanIdol this Season for a duet with Al Green.” Now that would be the DVR moment of the decade. We’re gonna guess that Obama will cite scheduling conflicts and pass, but if you think about it, what better way to win over voters in an election year? Okay, perhaps a robust economy would be a bigger ballot box boost, but you get the idea. The guy’s vocal chops are legit and deserve a wider audience. President Obama in 2012?

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