Source: Leon Bennett / Getty Nicki Minaj has finally come up for air after Sunday’s Grammy Awards, taking to Twitter to pull out of the BET Awards and subsequent BET Experience. The reasoning–a tweet from the channel’s verified account that includes a link to an article about Cardi B’s Grammy win with the text “Meanwhile, Nicki Minaj is being dragged by her lacefront.” The tweet has since disappeared from BET’s timeline but, it’s too little too late for Queen Barbie and her Barbie Army. Nicki Minaj tweeted Monday that Young Money will no longer be apart of the BET Experience or awards show. Since Nicki seems to be the only one repping Young Money these days, her threat may not hold much weight on the way this year’s awards weekend will play out. Young Money will no longer be apart of the BET Experience or award show. Summer Tour dates dropping soon — QUEEN (@NICKIMINAJ) February 11, 2019 Absolutely. Get your refund ASAP https://t.co/Fj2JU6lHxR — QUEEN (@NICKIMINAJ) February 11, 2019 Meanwhile, BET is being dragged by their lace front. pic.twitter.com/7rFn58hwXx — QUEEN (@NICKIMINAJ) February 11, 2019 Meanwhile, BET’s comment sections are in shambles. Nothing left to do here but sit back and watch. Let’s throw it back to when the TL was a place of harmony for Queens Nicki and Cardi…if only but for a brief moment. [ione_media_gallery src=”https://92q.com” id=”4070895″ overlay=”true”]
Don Lemon Talks About His Experience As A Gay Black Man In this episode, Red Table makes a special trip to New York for an exclusive interview with Don Lemon about the horrific hate crime against “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett . Lemon reveals the obstacles he faced being a gay, black man in a high-profile job, and the challenges facing gay men in the African American community. We thought he said some really interesting things about the Black church and the hypocrisy of our community using the same scriptures to judge gay people that were used to hold black people back.
Moët & Chandon And Dallas Austin Host Celebrity Brunches During Big Game Weekend Source: ExclusiveAccess.net / ExclusiveAccess.net Moët & Chandon and Dallas Austin hosted daily brunches at his sprawling estate during Big Game Weekend in Atlanta. The Celebrity Rosé Brunch and The Big Game Brunch featured Moët Nectar Impérial Rosé and Moët Ice while chefs prepared light fare and delectable bites. Guests included Black Eye Peas , Taboo, the cast of FOX show STAR, Ryan Destiny , Brittany O’Grady and more! For some exclusive event photos, hit the flip!
Source: Jerritt Clark/Getty Images & LFA for Maxim / Getty MAXIM’s Big Game Experience Brings Out Big Name Celebs Atlanta was the place to be this weekend, thanks to the Super Bowl, and the events were endless… One of the most popular was probably “AKG Presents Zaytoven’s Basement Studio” activation, which was part of MAXIM’s Big Game Experience, attracting celebrities and professional athletes including Jamie Foxx, Diplo, Future, Kevin Hart, NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes and Dak Prescott among many more, to The Fairmont in Atlanta Source: Jerritt Clark/Getty Images & LFA for Maxim / Getty Multi-platinum legend and Atlanta music producer Zaytoven helped showcase AKG’s flagship product – the AKG N700NC Wireless headphones – in a unique consumer listening experience at one of the hottest parties during Super Bowl weekend. Source: Jerritt Clark/Getty Images & LFA for Maxim / Getty Future and Jamie Foxx also hit the stage for the event Source: Jerritt Clark/Getty Images & LFA for Maxim / Getty Hit the flip to see who else came through
Source: Curtis B / Radio One (Friday, January 25th) The girls of the Ron Clark Academy (RCA) had an exciting, eye opening experience as they toured the set of the Fox television HIT show STAR, co-created by Lee Daniels. The 5th-7th graders that participated in the special field trip are part of the “Saving Our Daughter’s Cinderella” program, co-founded by actress and singer, Keke Palmer, who is also a guest star on STAR. Going on its second year of the STAR and Saving Our Daughters special set visits; this field trip was coordinated and hosted by Assistant to James E. Williams of Star Season 3, Taylor Williams. In addition to setting up a tour of the stages and sets, Q&A with some of the crew enlightened the girls of the team effort involved in the development of the show. Tasha Smith (Actress, Director) Mack Price (Production Assistant), Rachel Guilfoyle (Costumes Coordinator), Carrie Clever (Seamstress), Natalie Rhooms (Set Director), Zoey Wang (Art Coordinator )and Aamina Gant (Music Coordinator) spoke to and visited with the RCA Cinderellas about what it is like to work on a television series, their professions and the life choices they made that led them to STAR. Source: Curtis B / Radio One Source: Curtis B / Radio One “FOX Television & the STAR team’s openness to provide these opportunities are priceless. It’s takes a village to bring awareness of the possible careers in the arts and to encourage young girls to push through their challenges and pursue their dreams. Thank you again for sharing your gifts with us.” – Saving Our Daughters’ Co-Founder, Debbie Benjamin The girls had the pleasure of meeting everyone from wardrobe, production design, photography and set decoration. They were blessed and encouraged after talking in depth with Tasha Smith. To hear Tasha’s personal testimony of overcoming bullying, childhood adversities and drug abuse in her family; to evolve into an assertive, successful actress, director and producer left a lasting impression on the students. Watching the anticipation build as the girls were about to witness an actual rehearsal scene in the recording studio, their faces beamed with amazement, as actresses/singers Jude Demorest (Star) and Ryan Destiny (Alexandria) came out to encourage the girls, take photos and give hugs to each girl. Source: Curtis B / Radio One Source: Curtis B / Radio One Source: Curtis B / Radio One Source: Curtis B / Radio One What some of the RCA Cinderellas had to say on their STAR Visit; Ryann Gholston, 8th “My visit to the set of STAR was very informational. I am so grateful for the experience! When we arrived, we were given a tour of the set where we met a few workers who all had completely different but exciting jobs. These jobs included costume design, production assistant, and set design. It was really cool for me to see how much preparation goes behind filming just one scene. We even met Jude Demorest and Ryan Destiny, two of the stars of the show. We also met the director, the one and only Ms. Tasha Smith! I really appreciate how the Saving Our Cinderellas program continues to reach out to girls like me to expose us to new things we don’t get to do or see every day!” Sanaa Dais, 6th “It was an honor to have been chosen to view the set of Star. The experience was awesome and the I will never forget that memory. I met some terrific and talented individuals. How many people can say they’ve met Tasha Smith? Meeting the cast was great. Thank you for an awesome experience.” Joy Udoh, 6th “My Savings Our Cinderella’s experience has been nothing short of amazing. I loved getting to see the tv set and seeing what goes on behind the scenes. Being a young girl, it’s truly inspiring to watch other women take the lead in fields that you didn’t even know existed. I am extremely grateful for the opportunity and I absolutely loved it.” Haley Crawley, 7th “I was invited to the set of STAR and had the opportunity of meeting Jude (Star), Ryan (Alexandra), Taylor, and Mac. I loved the whole thing. I got to learn about the set. I learned about the roles of an assistant director, a production assistant, and a set designer. We also learned what happened in the design and art studio. My favorite part was the fashion designers. I love fashion. Thank you for the amazing experience.” Zoey Little, 6th “I really enjoyed being on the set of Star. I know a lot of people do not get the experience that I got to have, let alone meet two of the main characters, Star and Alexandra. My favorite part overall was going to the costume department where I got to ask questions about how many costumes one character has and about the budget. I really enjoyed this experience as it changed my outlook on how much work goes on behind the scenes in the filming industry.”
Source: Charles O’Rear / Getty Cyntoia Brown Opens Up About Getting A Second Chance At Life Despite being locked up when she was just a teenager, Cyntoia Brown is going to be a free woman very soon and she’s so happy about it, she praised the United States criminal justice system for its “compassion.” Brown was granted clemency by Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam after spending 12 years behind bars for killing the man who bought her for sex when she was 16 years old. Now, the 30-year-old is excited to have a second chance at life. As a guest columnist for The Tennessean , Brown opened up about her experience: “There are no words to describe the joy and relief I felt when I learned of Gov. Bill Haslam’s extraordinary act of mercy in granting me clemency. In just seven months, I will walk out of prison and get a second chance at life. I cannot properly convey my gratitude to Tennessee’s 49th governor, to my legal team and to all those along the way who listened to me and help me tell my story to others. Honoring the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., she wrote: I believe what matters most is when people begin to listen. That’s how the tide began to turn in the days of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and that is certainly how the tide began to turn for me these past few years.” In that same sentiment, Brown specifically wrote about the importance of listening to the youth . “There is great power in listening to the insights of young people. As you think about the issues facing our society today, I invite you to view them from the lens of our youth with an open ear and mind. Let us step fully into our roles as stewards of their future and open our minds to the issues as defined by them. The smaller, quiet voices can speak the loudest if we would only listen.” Brown says her second chance is a beautiful act of mercy and compassion… “When you think of me, I hope you will celebrate not only me and my journey, but America and the beauty of a justice system that has the power to listen and understand redemption, forgiveness, mercy and compassion,” adding “America is a wonderful country because of this. Let us all proudly celebrate it as we honor Dr King.” She’ll be released from prison on August 7 and we’ll be cheering her on all the way. Read her full letter here .
Source: Cassidy Sparrow / Getty Freddie Gibbs Says Rape Accusation Against Him Was Unique — He Still Believes Women Accusers Rapper Freddie Gibbs has a unique viewpoint on the way women accusers are being perceived. Despite being accused of sexual assault himself, Gibbs thinks it’s time for slimy men to straighten up their acts! Back in June 2016 Gibbs was arrested and charged with the rape in Australia and months later he was found innocent. The rapper dodged a potential 10-year stint in the bing after the 17-year-old accuser came forward. On an episode of Van Lathan’s Red Pill Podcas t from a few months ago, Freddie says the experience hasn’t jade him. “I don’t downplay victims. I didn’t come out when that happened to me like “oh these b*tches be lying”. No ni**a. You ni**as is really out here doing inappropriate shit. Here’s the clip with Freddie, recently shared by Van. The entire episode is here if you’re interested. Here’s @FreddieGibbs , a man who was arrested, then exonerated of a sex crime explaining how his experience hasn’t soured him towards Women and the #metoo movement. PLEASE LISTEN AND LEARN. pic.twitter.com/rrvASojZqn — VanLathan (@VanLathan) January 8, 2019 What are YOUR thoughts on this? Continue reading →
Source: photo: WENN At the conclusion of the Surviving R. Kelly docuseries —actually after episode 1—many were asking, “How is he not in jail?” Those hoping the R&B crooner and alleged sexual abuser get his proper comeuppance have gotten new hope since he is now officially under criminal investigation in Georgia. According to TMZ , the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office has opened an investigation into the allegations that were made against the singer in the documentary. Via first-hand accounts, multiple women detailed being held by Kelly in horrifying conditions in his Georgia home. Investigators have reportedly reached out to several of the survivors, including Asante McGee, a woman who per her account had enough and managed to leave Kelly’s clutches. In the documentary, McGee returns to the now vacant home and the experience is traumatic, to say the least. Joycelyn Savage’s family has also been contacted. Also, word is that Chicago will also begin investigating. Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx expected to hold a news conference later today about allegations against R. Kelly, her office says … https://t.co/K8Gblfmv4E — WBBM Newsradio (@WBBMNewsradio) January 8, 2019 Here’s hoping that justice is finally served—sooner than later. — Photo: WENN.com
Source: NFL / Super Bowl Experience SUPER BOWL 53 IS COMING TO ATLANTA AND SO IS THE SUPER BOWL EXPERIENCE DRIVEN BY HYUNDAI THE NFL’S INTERACTIVE THEME PARK. GET FREE AUTOGRAPHS FROM NFL PLAYERS TAKE A PHOTO WITH THE VINCE LOMBARDI TROPHY PLAY LIKE A PRO – EXPERIENCE INTERACTIVE GAMES SUPER BOWL EXPERIENCE DRIVEN BY HYUNDAI AT THE GEORGIA WORLD CONGRESS CENTER OPEN SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 TH THROUGH FEBRUARY 2ND BUY TICKETS NOW FOR THE SUPER BOWL EXPERIENCE AT TICKETMASTER.COM FOR MORE INFO VISIT SUPERBOWL.COM For the first time, the NFL is offering a unique offer for families. Kids 12 & under are $10 on Saturday 1/26 and Sunday 1/27 (pre purchase on Ticketmaster or purchase on site at box office in Building B of the Georgia World Congress Center ) From Monday January 28-Wednesday January 30 ONLY, for each $20 adult ticket purchased at the box office , the purchaser will be entitled to receive up to 3 complimentary tickets for children 12 & under. Offer not available at Ticketmaster. Fans from the metro Atlanta area should take advantage of this offer to avoid longer lines later in the week when fans nationwide arrive in Atlanta All details available on SuperBowl.com or download the Super Bowl LIII-Fan Mobile Pass app now Also don’t forget to register to win 2 tickets to Super Bowl 53 at NFL.com/fanmobilepass Please note: From Monday January 28-Wednesday January 30 ONLY, for each $20 adult ticket purchased at the box office, the purchaser will be entitled to receive up to 3 complimentary tickets for children 12 & under. Additional tickets for children 12 & under will be $5 each on those days. Complimentary and discounted child tickets must be for the same day as the accompanying adult ticket. Complimentary and discounted child tickets may only be purchased at the box office on the day of the event. This offer is subject to ticket availability. The NFL reserves the right to close ticket sales and/or this offer at any time based on the capacity of the venue and the event. The Super Bowl Experience box office is located at the Georgia World Congress Building B. The box office will close two hours prior to event closing time each day. Box office hours: Saturday Jan 26: 9am—8pm Sunday Jan 27: 9am—6pm Monday Jan 28: 2pm—6pm Tuesday Jan 29: 2pm—6pm Wednesday Jan 30: 2pm—8pm Thursday Jan 31: 2pm—8pm Friday Feb 1: 9am—8pm Saturday Feb 2: 9am—8pm
Source: Prince Williams / Getty 21 Savage Genius Interview 21 Savage has just released his new album I Am > I Was and if you haven’t heard it yet then you’re playing yourself. The much refined-yet-potent sophomore effort is going to ring off in the streets for quite some time. To launch the album, 21 refurbished an East Atlanta motel in his artistic image and it at that installation Rob Markman of Genius sat down with the rapper born Shayaa Bin Abraham-Joseph to talk about the creation of the new album and some of the meanings behind the lyrics. If you’ve heard the album already, what’s your favorite song? 21 21 21 21
