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Kris Jenner Tries to Mend Her Broken Family in KUWTK Sneak Peek

Keeping Up With The Kardashians continues to be a success, which is why Kris Jenner wants a huge raise for the whole family. From the looks of what's going down in this new sneak peek, every one of them is going to earn that massive salary. Kris has taken her family into the middle of nowhere so that they can address their issues. And her plan for that is absolutely insane. In this new sneak peek clip for  Keeping Up With The Kardashians , the family is in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Sadly, they're not there to take viewers on a tour of their lives as they hunt fellow humans for sport. (Can you imagine how good Kris would be at that, though?) They are all wearing very goofy cowboy getups, which leads Kris to remark that Kendall looks like Jessie from  Toy Story . She's absolutely right. “So, in case you’re wondering why I wanted to bring you all to Jackson Hole [Wyoming],” Kris acknowledges once the group is assembled. The momager expresses: “I think we just really needed some family bonding time.” “I feel like things are a little bit off,” Kris assesses. “And,” she adds. “We really need to press a reset button.” “And have a fresh start,” Kris suggests. “So that we all feel really good about where we are.” “Each one of us has maybe a small to medium sized issue with another,” Kris reveals. Family tensions can grow out of controll if they're not addressed. “And,” she expresses. “I really think we need to work on the things that are bothering us internally.” That is always good advice! You have to make nice or things will fester and get worse. Kris wants to focus on those issues “and working together as a family and a team.” This is when the music starts to get a little silly — both dramatic and inspirational. “I think what I want to do is family morale, team-building exercises,” Kris suggests. Ordinarily, that wiould sound like absolute hell on Earth. But with the Kardashians, it could be entertaining. She wants to engage in activities “where we can do things where we have to work together.” These are all efforts “to try to rebuild our bond.” “Because listen,” Kris says. “We’re ride or die right?” “This family will never be some group that falls apart in any way, shape, or form,” Kris affirms. She explains that this is “because we always have each other's backs.” “That being said, Kourtney,” Kris says. “We're going to take you back to your roots.” She explains: “And you're going to go on a cattle-drive.” Oh, boy. See, back before  Keeping Up With The Kardashians , Kourtney made her first foray into reality television. In 2005, the eldest of Kris' progeny appeared on E!'s  Cattle Drive , which ran from August through October of that year. That doesn't exactly make her an expert, but it probably means that she knows more about bovines than most of us. Referring to that as Kourtney's “roots” is … objectively pretty funny. What Kris has in mind sounds like a very entertaining mess — but will it be the family bonding activity that she hopes? The rest of us should be grateful that, as adults, we can just decline ridiculous demands for family team-building. The Kardashians are bound by contract to go along with Kris' schemes.

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Meri Brown Makes a Plea: I’m a Good Person, Okay?!?

Meri Brown is here to explain herself. She’s here to sort of defend herself. She’s here to help followers gain a better understand of just who she is as a person. The only question remaining is this: WHY?!? On Sunday evening, the seemingly unhappy Sister Wives star shared a meme on her Instagram Story that featured a hand holding a heart. It also featured the following words: At the end of the day, I’m a good woman. I’m not perfect by any means but my intentions are good, my heart is pure and I love hard with everything I’ve got and because of those things … I’m worth it. Always have been and always will be. The mysterious post comes just a few days after the entire Sister Wives universe appeared to blow up . As previously reported, Meri looks to be moving away from the family in Arizona, while even Robyn Brown has allegedly put her house on the market and may also be leaving Kody Brown in the dust. This latter decision comes as a major surprise to long-time fans of this reality show because Robyn has always been billed as Kody’s favorite better half. Meri, conversely, has clearly been dissatisfied with her situation for almost as long as we can remember. She and Kody divorced years ago so that he could legally marry Robyn, but they’ve remain spiritually together ever since. Still, this hasn’t prevented Meri from trying to date; nor has it prevented Kody from acknowledging that serious issues exist between himself and this particular wife. Earlier this year, during a Sister Wives reunion special, Kody and Meri sat side-by-side and opened up about the challenges they’ve been facing as a rather unsual couple. “We have a commitment to a marriage,” Kody said on this TLC special, adding of himself and Meri: “We’re moving forward. We’re steadily working on a direction that’s fully mended.” Was Meri really on the same page, however? A few months after this special aired, Meri appeared to hurl a large amount of shade at her fellow Sister Wives, writing on social media: I wish more women realized that helping another woman win, cheering her on, praying for her, or sharing a resource with her, does NOT take away from the blessings coming to them. In fact, the more you give, the more you receive. Empowering women doesn’t come from selfishness but rather from selflessness. The veteran reality star simply left it at that, however, as she clearly excels at remaining cryptic and hard to decipher online. Take what she wrote on On August 6, for instance, when Brown shared a graphic about being a Capricorn that said: “Most Capricorns can admit they’ve been called every name in the book simply because they ‘appeared’ mean or bossy. “No, they just have a strong personality that is less tolerant of the crap people tend to dish out.” Well… okay then, right?!? For her part, Meri hasn’t talked in too much detail about her and Kody’s many obstacles over the years, simply admitting they exist back during this reunion special. “It was not moving in a positive direction for a really long time prior to the realization,” Meri said of the relationship at the time, adding: “From that point, he and I and everybody had to figure out what we really wanted and move forward from there.” View Slideshow: Kody Brown: In the Market for a 5th Wife?!?

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Kailyn Lowry Speaks Out Against Teen Mom 2: It’s Bad For Our Kids!

At one time or another, just about every star in the Teen Mom universe has publicly griped about the demands of the show. Whether it’s the haters, the editing, or the never-ending feuds among co-stars, it seems the six-figure gig isn’t as cushy as many fans seem to believe. Prior to being fired from Teen Mom OG , Farrah Abraham probably did the most complaining.’ She was closely followed by Jenelle Evans, who was later axed from Teen Mom 2. (Though it’s worth noting that Jenelle’s firing had less to do with her complaints and more to do with allowing her husband to murder the family dog .) But none of those cases have prevented Kailyn Lowry from speaking her mind about the unique challenges faced by young moms in the spotlight. To be fair, Kail’s comments are not complaints so much as observations about her complicated relationship with the show. After all, she couldn’t really pursue secondary careers as a podcaster and memoirist if she weren’t willing to be totally honest and candid with her fans. No one wants to buy an autobiography that’s really just a thinly-veiled 300-page advertisement for MTV. In keeping with her long history of being real with fans, Kail spoke her truth in a recent interview with Hollywood Life . Asked about the ongoing issue of the annual reunion show taping, Kail revealed that she took a stand by refusing to bring her children with her to the marathon filming sessions. “I started refusing to bring the kids because of all the drama and I think the other cast members felt the same way or they had the same reservations around the same time,” she told the outlet. Yes, Kail is essentially Teen Mom 2 ‘s de facto labor leader, winning new rights for the other moms and setting an example as to how they should interact with their bosses. “And it was just a huge, as far as the reunion segments go, they were long days,” she added. “We were all in the studio with the kids for like 12 hours. So it just didn’t make sense to have us all there and do it that way. So I started saying, ‘Well, I’m not bringing my kids.’” Of course, Kail says she might be inclined to think of the situation differently now that circumstances have changed (read: Jenelle Evans got fired ). “Well, now that we’ve done it a little bit differently I would like to film a reunion segment with my kids so I don’t know, we’ll see about this year,” she told Hollywood Life . Some fans have suggested that Kail’s decision might be a bit of a bummer for the kids of TM2. After all, the reunions were one of the only times they all got to see one another — and it’s not like the kids at school can relate to their situation. But Kail insists that’s a non-issue as there was very little interaction among the offspring at the tapings. “The kids don’t see each other — they don’t remember each other,” she said. Besides, at least Kail’s kids can still hang with Leah’s during the increasingly frequent Lowry-Messer joint family vacations ! View Slideshow: Kailyn Lowry: I’m “Back Together” with Chris Lopez!

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Kathryn Dennis’ Late Mother Honored by Boyfriend Hunter Price

Recently, Southern Charm fans were given the awful news that Kathryn Dennis’s mother passed away . She was only 59 years old. Tributes and comforting words are pouring in from friends, castmates, and fans. Most touching of all is the tender message left by Kathryn’s musician boyfriend, Hunter Price. Last Wednesday, Allison Calhoun Dennis passed away after a battle with ovarian cancer. Allison, and through her Kathryn, was a descendant of the United States’ seventh Vice President, John C. Calhoun. 59 is a profoundly young age at which to die. Kathryn is of course grieving, as is the rest of her family. They have requested privacy as they cope with this terrible loss. On Instagram, Kathryn paid tribute to her late mother with a single word: “Family.” Kathryn’s boyfriend, Country singer Hunter Price, penned a beautiful comment as a tribute to Kathryn’s late mother. “You’re the strongest, and most beautiful woman that I’ve ever been so lucky to love,” Hunter gushed to Kathryn. “Your mom will always be with you no matter what;” he affirmed. Hunter concluded: “just as I know she’s always been.” That is sweet and touching without dragging on — perfectly appropriate for a public message on social media. Hunter was not the only one close to Kathryn who reached out over Instagram. Danni Baird is one of Kathryn’s besties, and she of course commented. “Love you to pieces, Kat,” Danni expressed. “Your mom is so proud of u.” The strikingly beautiful Naomie Olindo also weighed in. “Sending you allllllll the love in the world,” Naomie wrote. “KD I am so so sorry for your loss.” Allison played a major role in Kathryn’s life, even in recent years. Not only was she her mother, but she acted as an additional caregiver for Kathryn’s children, Kensie and Saint. This has proven vital during Kathryn’s heated, bitter custody dispute with her disgraced ex, Thomas Ravenel. In retrospect, it’s a wonderful thing that she was able to do that for Kathryn. It means precious memories for Kensie and Saint. Those important moments are now priceless. Kathryn Dennis is only 28 years old. In fact, she just had her birthday last week — the day before her mother’s heartbreaking passing. That is a distressingly young age at which to lose a parent. Even if Kathryn were not going through a tumultuous time in her life right now, her mother’s passing would be hitting her hard. It is a relief to know that she has so many friends and loved ones to support her as she tries to cope. Based upon the comments from Hunter and others, it sounds like she’s in good hands. At the risk of getting a little personal, here: f–k cancer. Celebrities can seem out-of-touch at times. Certainly, Kathryn’s spending has at times made her seem to occupy a separate existence from the rest of us. But cancer afflicts the mega-famous, reality stars, and ordinary peasants. It destroys families no matter their income. (The only difference is how much medical debt the disease leaves in its wake, and whether someone can afford regular screenings) Kathryn should know that she’s not alone. Our thoughts are with her and her family as they grapple with this awful loss. View Slideshow: Kathryn Dennis: I Can PROVE Thomas Ravenel is an Unstable Liar!

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Miley Cyrus Says She’s Evolving and Climbing and Lots of Other Deep Stuff in Wake of Scandalous Split

Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth have both spoken out since rocking the celebrity gossip world with news of their split. And each has said something very, very different. Following a mere eight months of marriage — but a decade of mostly being together, with the occasional hiatus here and there — Cyrus and Hemsworth pulled the plug on their romance over the weekend. The separation was confirmed by a rep for the singer, who said the following to People Magazine: “Ever-evolving, changing as partners and individuals, they have decided this is what’s best while they both focus on themselves and careers. They still remain dedicated parents to all of their animals they share while lovingly taking this time apart. “Please respect their process and privacy.” As you might expect, however, this latter request has been ignored. This likely would have been the case no matter what, considering just how famous both halves of the now-former couple are, but a follow-up to the story has made it impossible for outlets to simply give Liam and Miley privacy. And that follow-up is this: MILEY WAS JUST CAUGHT MAKING OUT WITH KAITLYNN CARTER ! Yes, that is Brody Jenner’s ex-wife. And, yes, she’s a woman. In the wake of this bombshell * , Liam was spotted out in Byron Bay, Australia with his older hot brother on Monday morning. When asked about the situation by The Daily Mail Australia, the actor demurred, wishing his private life to remain as private as possible, which has been his general take for many years now. “You don’t understand what it’s like,” the actor told the outlet. “I don’t want to talk about it, mate.” ( * Okay, fine, perhaps we can’t really call this a bombshell because Miley only just recently said she was NOT a “stereotypical wife,” bristling at the mere use of this word and confirming she’s still very much attracted to women.) As for Cyrus? She has also remained pretty quiet about her relationship with Liam ever since it started way back in 2010 — but she’s never been one to remain quiet on the Internet. Staying very much on brand, she shared the following image on Instagram yesterday, breaking her silence on the end of her marriage by writing some very profound and weird stuff. First, the image: And now the deep caption affiliated with it: Don’t fight evolution, because you will never win. Like the mountain I am standing on top of , which was once under water , connected with Africa , change is inevitable. The Dolomites were not created over night, it was over millions of years that this magnificent beauty was formed. My dad always told me “ Nature never hurries but it is always on time”…. it fills my heart with peace and hope KNOWING that is true. I was taught to respect the planet and its process and I am committed to doing the same with my own… It’s not all that hard to read between Miley’s lines here, of course. She has always been very open about her sexuality and it admitting with this message that she’s a work in progress. She’s evolving as a human and also as a sexual being. All totally fine and maybe even admirable things, of course. But the question remains: When did she start dating Kailtynn Carter ? Is she actually dating her? Did she cheat on Liam with her? Because, if so, Cyrus can talk profoundly about evolution and nature and whatever else she wants…  but she’ll still have acted in a very inappropriate manner. View Slideshow: 19 Most Stunning Splits in Celebrity History

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Vicki Gunvalson DESTROYS Kelly Dodd Over Claim that She’s "Stale"

This intense and bitter feud between Kelly Dodd and Tamra Judge has led to Kelly saying some very unkind things. Vicki, who was feuding with Tamra herself just a few years ago, is leaping to her defense. She says that she used to pity Kelly — but no longer feels sorry for her fake, broke ass. Feeling newly empowered by Vicki’s demotion, Kelly has been lashing out at all of her enemies. According to Kelly, both Vicki Gunvalson and Tamra Judge are “stale.” That’s just about the most insulting way of accusing someone of being boring that we can imagine. Kelly also singled out Tamra, claiming that she “uses everyone else for her storylines.” Vicki heard all of this, and decided to remind Kelly that she’s been verbally destroying people since before anyone had heard Kelly’s name. Kelly’s incendiary comments made their way to social media, where Vicki spotted them and, in an Instagram comment, responded. “I used to feel sorry for her,” Vicki admits. The OG of the OC adds: “Now I don’t.” “She is an angry, volatile person,” Vicki characterizes. She continues: “Regarding her stating we are stale and don’t have story lines….. Listen up girl!” “Our lives are always evolving and changing,” Vicki explains. She then makes it clear that her role on The Real Housewives of Orange County has always been authentic. She affirms: “We don’t have ‘storylines.'” “It’s a ‘reality show,'” Vicki notes. “Our reality!!” “Not fake stories like you,” she accuses. “I am a successful business owner,” Vicki states. “[I] employ and inspire people all over the world to be financially independent of a man.” “You?” she continues. “Your only job is to find older rich men who want an arm ornament.” For many Millennials and older Gen Z folks, that sounds like a dream job. There’s way less stigma about being a sugar baby these days. Realistically, old men are the ones who have been hoarding money for decades. But for women of Vicki and Kelly’s ages, that is certainly an insult. And the ruthless personal attacks don’t stop there. Vicki decides to hammer Kelly about her finances in particular. “You rent a 900 so. ft apartment and pretend to be all smart!” Vicki exclaims. “You mentioned you got a ‘windfall’ from Michael,” she recalls. “And can pay cash for a home like Tamra’s.” Tamra and Eddie recently moved into a $2 million home, though some have suggested it was an effort to downsize due to expenses. Vicki doubles down by issuing a challenge to Kelly: “Then why don’t you do it??” Her implication is clear — she thinks that Kelly doesn’t have the cash that she claims to. Vicki famously lost her orange at the beginning of the year. But her merciless excoriation of Kelly shows that she has a lot of fight left in her. Many fans would not be surprised to see her return to Full Housewife status before too long. Others think that Kelly is going to crush all of her rivals, and that Tamra will be the next one demoted or fired from the show. Only time will tell, we suppose. View Slideshow: Heather Dubrow Rips Kelly Dodd Over Secret Video: Why Are You Obsessed With Me?! Get a LIFE!!

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Lauren Duggar GLOWS In New Baby Bump Pic

It wasn’t long ago that Lauren and Josiah Duggar revealed to the world that they were expecting a baby girl . The couple recently took a break from Duggar Baby Mania to celebrate their first wedding anniversary . Now it’s back to business as Lauren blesses her fans with a new baby bump photo, and from the looks of it, she couldn’t be happier! On Sunday Lauren posted this latest pic to the joint Instagram account that she and Josiah share. The shot shows Laruen smiling peacefully as she looks down at her ever-growing belly. Maybe it’s the pregnancy, maybe it’s a filter, but Lauren’s definitely got a healthy glow about her. Lauren is sporting one of her characteristically modest outfits — a light blue, spaghetti-strap maxi dress with a geometric pattern, over a plain white t-shirt. The look seems comfy, and elegant in its simplicity. The shot is also smartly staged, with Lauren’s dress really popping against the greenery of the background. In the caption, Lauren says she feels blessed by this new preganancy, but also reflects on the pain of losing her first one. “Life is such a gift and something I cherish more now,” Lauren captions, “with all that we have gone through this past year.” “This pregnancy hasn’t been easy,” the 20-year-old reveals. But she is definitely grateful to have this second chance. “I treasure every moment,” Lauren says. She believes “Life is truly a miracle from God.” Lauren concludes her caption with some thankful hashtags: #blessed, #lifeisagift, and #donttakelifeforgranted Fans loved the post and the look, taking to the comments section to show their adoration. Lauren’s sisters-in-law, Anna and Jill Duggar, each showed their approval by leaving pink heart emoji, with Jill adding, “Beautiful mama!” We all know the Duggar girls are tight-knit, but it’s still sweet to see how they support each other on and off social media. As fans saw throughout Season 9 of  Counting On , the Duggar clan was extremely supportive of Lauren and Josiah after they lost their first pregnancy. The couple went through a difficult time as they mourned the loss of the baby they were so excited to meet. But on May 20th, there was joy on the horizon as the pair took to Instagram to annouce they were expecting again ! “We are so excited to annouce that baby #2 is on the way!!!!,” they wrote in the caption.  But even this joyous news was tinged with a hint of sadness, with the couple revealing the name they would have given their first child. “As we rejoice of the life of our second sweet baby, we also remember … our other sweet baby, Asa, in heaven.” “God is so incredibly good!” Their caption concluded. Throughout their heartbreaking stuggle with the miscarriage, Lauren and Josiah remained hopeful. It’s nice to see their patience rewarded with a sweet new baby on the way. So far, there’s no word on what name the two have picked out for their new baby girl. But the Duggars have mastered the art of letting more baby news trickle out on a regular basis. We’re betting we’ll know more about Lauren and Josiah’s next bundle of joy any day now. View Slideshow: Josiah and Lauren Duggar Reveal Gender of First Baby (EEEEK!!!!!)

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Jenelle Evans: Depressed Because Her Businesses Keep Failing?

It's tough to sympathize with anyone who's been accused of rampant child abuse and countless other violent acts, and who chose to defend the man who murdered her pet dog . But everyone once in a while, Jenelle Evans reminds us that she is, in fact, a human being. Over the weekend, Evans revealed that she suffers from depression and will be stepping away from social media for the time being. Fans were mostly skeptical that she'll actually be able to take a break from Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, but others were more interested in speculating as to the cause of Jenelle's seemingly self-diagnosed “depression.” And many came to the conclusion that Jenelle is just pissed off her post-Teen Mom businesses keep failing, which means she might eventually be forced to get a job. Take a look: 1. The New Face of Unemployment It’s been three months since Jenelle was fired from Teen Mom 2, and it seems she has no intention of getting a “real job.” 2. The Good Life There was a time when Jenelle and David were both raking in six-figure incomes for their “work” on the show. No doubt those days of plenty seem like a distant memory now. 3. The First to Go David was the first to get axed from the popular series when he unleashed a torrent of bigoted abuse on social media after fans urged him to show some compassion in the wake of the Parkland school shooting. 4. Messing Up the Money Jenelle held on considerably longer, but she was let go in May after she defended David’s decision to shoot and kill her 11-pound French bulldog. 5. Justice For Nugget Evans probably could have saved her career if she’d held David responsible for his actions, but instead, she cost herself the job that made her famous. 6. Sponsored Content So now, Jenelle pays the bills by posting “sponsored content,” usually in the form of clickbait tabloid posts about her co-stars. View Slideshow

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MODEL MONDAY: Ace Watson Went From Seasonal Cashier To Digital Campaign Star

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Source: Ace Watson / Photo Credit: Ace Watson Name: Ace Watson IG: @delightfulace Agency: Self-Represented Ace Watson might not have spent seasons on the runway, or smizing down from store end caps but she is no newbie. The seasoned makeup artist has been on sets for years collaborating with brands like the The Colored Girl Collective on bold presentations that highlight the beauty of Black women, and being featured in style segments for publications like Essence . Like many creatives in the gig economy she has done that while holding down a job taking advantage of the opportunity to expand her knowledge and practice her craft with a steady paycheck coming in. View this post on Instagram Am a black woman at the end of the day, this just means that I have to work twice as hard. Am also Jamaican so you know I don’t mind the work. CLICK THE LINK IN MY BIO ———————————————————————————Ya feeling this crotchet wig?? Or nah this beautiful hair was bundle package with 3 in it, it was $14.99 a pack I used 3 packs to get this full look. It looks so natural ig tv in the works for ya till then just enjoy the visual #protectivestyles #crochetbraids #twastyles #4chairdaily #sephorasquad A post shared by Ace- Your Motivational Friend (@delightfulace) on Jun 10, 2019 at 3:27pm PDT This year Watson took her commitment to making the most of her time with the company one step further by entering its Sephora Squad competition. Designed to select representatives to be ambassadors for the international beauty conglomerate for one calendar year the competition for a slot was stiff, but Watson never faltered. Shortly after the announcement of this year’s picks she talked to Hello Beautiful about what it took stand out in the crowd of candidates. View this post on Instagram Today I went to the barber @raphy_barber and I asked him to give me a heartbeat design. This is for everyone currently going through the struggle my heart beats for you all. To all the families being affected by new immigration laws I BEAT FOR YOU.. For all my LGBQT family I BEAT FOR YOU. For the misunderstood and under estimated people who constantly try but “fail” don’t EVER give up because my heart BEATS FOR YOU. We are all human, blood runs through all of our veins. Just wanted to let ya know I Love ya!! MY HEARTBEATS FOR HUMANITY #colorgang #thecutlife #immigration #lgbtpride #blackgirlsblondehair #howtonaturalhair #hudabeauty @theofficial_snobbqueen #snobbqueen @naturalgirlsrock #natrualgirlsrock @ionathemua A post shared by Ace- Your Motivational Friend (@delightfulace) on Jun 21, 2018 at 2:40pm PDT Watson credits her success to, “my determination and my no tolerance attitude.” “Fun fact when I first started at Sephora I started as a seasonal cash rep and they wanted to put me on the cash register. I told my manager at the time ‘Look I’m not going to be a cashier I’m going to be on the floor doing makeup and selling makeup, and then I just went in and I proved myself. View this post on Instagram $10 dollar wig Strikes again! I got this at my local Beauty supply store: This cut was inspired by @makeupshayla #makeupshayla @im.zury Sis Wig Diva H-Neyo Hair color: Som Rt Iris #haircolor #siswig #purplehair #trendyhaircolor #zuryhollywood bad! #wigs #weaves #hair #modelmodelhair #syntheticwigs #loveyourself A post shared by Ace- Your Motivational Friend (@delightfulace) on Sep 19, 2018 at 7:27am PDT I proved myself by showing them action as opposed to just telling them what I wanted to do I showed them what I’m capable of doing and that this is how you’re going to use me better.” She took the same approach to securing her place. Practicing for a career in the spotlight through the competition. “I want to work on commercials,” she revealed. Not having formal training didn’t intimidate her. “Skill you can always gain a skill,” she said. “But your unique personality, your unique look, your unique style is what speaks.” She saw doing things like finding her lighting and practicing poses as chance to “stretch me artistically.” She campaigned hard swapping out a portion of her usual inspirational “morning gram” videos for stylized tutorials and photos that showed her ability to represent the brand in static or video format. Now that she has proven her versatility she hopes to use her platform with Sephora to reach a bigger audience so she can inspire more people. “I hope I can make a difference for anyone male, female, Black , white, Asian by letting them know that there’s someone like them out there letting them know that there is someone that’s a representation of them.” Placement in the Sephora Squad will give Watson the opportunity to not only appear in digital advertisements representing the interests of the brand to the everyday person to others it will allow her to advocate for diversity to brand decision makers . She doesn’t yet know how she will speak up for others in the space, but she is making it a priority to continue being her “bold, honest and outgoing,” self. “Sephora is a universal place it’s a universal playground. It opens a lot of fields for me. I want to be a representation for women of color there. This is how I’m going to make an impact by doing what I love.” DON’T MISS: MODEL MONDAY: A Free Plane Ticket Launched Gabby Fé’s Plus Size Modeling Career MODEL MONDAY: HBCU Dancer DaQuendra Elston Never Let Her Size Hold Her Back MODEL MONDAY: Ambre Anderson Went From Staying On A Couch To Owning A Condo By Keeping Focused [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”3054496″ overlay=”true”]

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Missy Elliott to Receive Video Vanguard Award at the 2019 VMAs

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Source: Christopher Polk / Getty The internet’s done it again. After a worldwide social media push urging MTV to honor Missy Elliott’s music video artistry, the network has decided to honor the rapper with this year’s Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award. Missy has been nominated for 41 VMAs over the course of her career, winning seven. This year will mark the rapper’s first performance at the VMAs since 2003 when she performed “Work It.” The same year, she took home the award for Video of the Year. “Missy’s impact on the music landscape is indelible,” Viacom’s Head of Music and Music Talent Bruce Gillmer said in a statement. “Her creative vision across production, performance and songwriting is unmatched.” MTV is going a step further, linking up with Pepsi to honor Missy with celebrity and fan videos celebrating her legacy. The network is also planning a pop-up that will immerse attendees in some of her iconic videos. No word on a location for that pop-up museum yet, but it’s slated to be somewhere in NYC between August 24th and 25th. The Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award has been given out at the VMAs since 1984 and was named after the King of Pop in 1991. David Bowie, the Beatles and Richard Lester were some of its first recipients. Source: Rolling Stone

Missy Elliott to Receive Video Vanguard Award at the 2019 VMAs