Source: @jmartinvisuals / @JMartinVisuals #BossipHolidayParty In Atlanta It’s that time of year again ! We here at BOSSIP brought in the holidays fellowshipping with our friends and supporters here in midtown Atlanta at Aurum Lounge. Source: @jmartinvisuals / @JMartinVisuals Everyone was in the holiday spirit and the holiday spirits were definitely in them thanks to the good folks at Martell and Stella Artois. The hips were loose and the feet were light as the honorable DJ Wally Sparks provided the groove for the evening. Source: @jmartinvisuals / @JMartinVisuals After all that, each and every attendee got a gift bag from Black-owned beauty supply company Doux that provided hair products to keep everyone’s wig tight. Peep the video recap put together by our guy and esteemed photographer Freddy O. Flip the page a few times to see more pics from the party.
Source: Mindy Small / Film Magic Jacquees Takes Us On A Tour Through His Jewelry Collection From his signature pendant necklace that fans can always expect to see hanging from his neck to his subtle flex of a diamond-studded tooth, the self-proclaimed “King of R&B” Jacquees shows off all of his ice as he runs fans through his jewelry collection. Check out the video below to see how Jacquees compares to some other celebs who have shown us their most coveted pieces of jewelry:
Source: Karwai Tang / Getty Drake Says His Son Is Better Than Picasso With Paint Brushes Little Adonis just may be a genius! Drake is on Instagram bragging about his son’s painting skills like a proud rapper dad. The OVO boss says the one-year-old child is even better than Picasso. The piece features Adonis’ little hand dipped in hues of blue and green, then dipped onto a canvas. Here’s the masterpiece Adonis created for his Papi, Drake: Adonis is taking after his mother, Sophie Brussaux who is a seasoned painter and sculptor. Sophie often shares her artwork with followers on her Instagram page. Her painting style is a little more refined. One of her recent paintings features a portrait of a woman called “Sophia.” The artwork was featured at an exhibition in Milan. Isn’t she lovely?
Source: Timothy Norris / Getty Travis Scott Talks About His First Time Doing Things It was just last week that it was announced that Travis Scott would be gracing the cover of Rolling Stone , and now, we’ve got even more content from when La Flame stopped by the RS offices. Along with his cover shoot, Travis let fans in on some intimate details as he did a segment called “The First Time.” The Houston native walks us through his first time doing a lot of major things like eating at Chick-fil-A and Jamba Juice, smoking weed, and getting braids. Check out what Trav had to say about all those experiences and more below:
Source: photo: WENN It seems the day to day grind of hosting a talk show is taking a toll on Wendy Williams . She has announced she will be taking time off get her body right. As reported by Vibe America’s favorite gossiper will have to put things on pause until she feels well. Last week Wendy Williams announced on her show that she injured her shoulder thus staying in her seat for the majority of her show. She went on to further detail her struggles via her official Instagram account. “I did that to power through and try to deliver a great show for you, against the better judgment of the many people around me who genuinely care for my well-being. I really do ride or die for my craft and give 200%” she explained. She went on to also remind her fans about her longstanding medical condition. “Not to mention everyone is aware at this point about my thyroid condition (don’t cry for me Argentina). “For all my fellow thyroid sufferers, you know what the deal is,” she continued. “…Needless to say… I have no regrets and I appreciate everyone’s genuine concern for my wellness and care. I promise you a better Wendy in 2019.” This isn’t the first time the former radio host has experience health concerns during her tenure as a television personality. In 2017 she fainted during a Halloween themed episode. She attributed the scare due to lack of rest. Earlier this year she took a 3 week-week break per doctor’s orders. The Wendy Williams Show is scheduled to return to live tapings in January of 2019. Photo: WENN.com
Source: Chip Somodevilla / Getty Travis Scott might seriously want to reconsider his upcoming participation in this year’s Super Bowl halftime show . With Meek Mill and Jay-Z reportedly not fond of the idea, Al Sharpton is the latest big name calling out the Astroworld rapper. Rev Al didn’t bite his tongue and pretty much called Scott a hypocrite for allegedly accepting the gig while speaking with TMZ . “I think anyone that goes into the halftime show is in effect directly violating those that want to raise the question that the NFL should come to terms with what they have done and continue to do to Colin Kaepernick and those that protest on criminal justice issues.” “You can’t tell people to stand for those that take a knee and don’t go to the games and then say ‘but somebody ought to perform there and entertain. You’re drawing TV viewers, you’re bringing supporters, and I think that you can’t have it both ways. You can’t help people market something and then turn around and say you agree with the people protesting.” “I think he should do what a lot of other major artists have done: say ‘I’m not going to participate.’ You can’t fight against Jim Crow and then go sit in the back of the bus. ” Well, tell him how you really feel Rev. The Super Bowl halftime show is currently having issues locking down talent. Maroon 5 is reportedly locked in but have not been confirmed yet, Cardi B who is featured on a song with the band was rumored to be joining them, but that looks like it won’t be the case . It’s quite clear nobody wants Scott to do the show, and it would entirely put a stain on what was a stellar year for the rapper. You can see Sharpton eloquently slam Travis in the clip below. — Photo: Chip Somodevilla / Getty
Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty Christmas didn’t stop Love and Hip-Hop New York from giving us the weekly shenanigans we need. Last night’s episode picks up with a reminder that Cyn Santana’s and Joe Budden’s romantic getaway was not the fix they thought it would be. Joe has a problem with Cyn because he feels like he’s the only one who cleans around the house. Meanwhile, Cyn is kicking it with her sisters at the house (as Joe cleans) trying to get them to do her dirty work—no pun intended—by questioning Joe about when he plans to propose. Joe Budden says he will propose when he’s ready but wants Cyn to take some of her “wifely duties around the house seriously.” Cyn knows who he is so, whatevs. Let’s fast forward a bit. Kimbella and Juju link up for a kiki, and Juju once again tries to convince Kimbella to put her differences aside with Yandy since she’s about to be going through a similar situation. Kimbella is fronting like she doesn’t want to but we know she will. Later on, Mendeecees calls Yandy from prison to tell her that he spoke to Juelz Santana and doesn’t like the situation between Yandy and Kimbella and that they should talk. Yandy isn’t really into it but we know she’s going to try, begrudgingly, of course. MariahLynn is back, talking about how she’s serious about her career and committed to not acting like a wild cassowary for the sake of pursuing her dreams and all the mouths she has to feed (her mom, sisters, and nephew). She meets up with Cyn and Nya Lee where they all wax poetic about their grind and their goals. Cyn even says she’s back in the music game and she has been asking Joe to write her a song for over a year but it hasn’t come to fruition yet. However, he did encourage her to take vocal lessons, which she obliges. But then MariahLynn informs her that Joe posted a video online where he filmed all her junk and complained about her not cleaning up. Cyn wasn’t aware of this, but she is now. So, Cyn meets up with Joe later on for a nice meal and to call him out about making her look crazy. He tells her to get up and clean. She says she doesn’t have time due to the baby and then Joe brings up the fact that he has been asking her to get a nanny for a while because they need the help. Her response is, “Where am I supposed to find a nanny I can trust?” as if they don’t have money and resources enough to hire a professional. She basically gets defensive and he’s coming across as condescending which makes Cyn even more upset, and that’s that. Problem not solved. Where’s Dr. Jeff Gardere when you need him? Next, Safaree and Jaquae come face to face again at a showcase after MariahLynn performs, and manage to squash their situation. Then Nya Lee gets a moment to address a problem she has with DJ Self. She says Self never put her on to any of his platforms and that she looked up to him as a brother so how could he diss her like that. Meanwhile, Self is looking like: Because they’re not that close in his mind. Basically, Nya feels ignored and entitled. Self says she could have come to him in private since she felt they were “so close.” Nya gets mad then goes all the way in with the theatrics. She is trying to get that intro credit love next season! Jonathan’s father recently passed which made him all soft and pink and missing all his friends he fell out with. So, he texts Cyn, Yandy, Juju, and Kimbella to meet up with him. Juju is super confused given that they’re still not quite on good terms. This is about Jonathan trying to reconcile with people who he feels it’s worth saving the relationship since life is short and all that jazz. Kimbella hasn’t arrived by the time Jonathan starts talking about how he has been misusing anxiety pills by mixing them with alcohol and how that has affected his behavior negatively. He goes on to apologize for wilding out on them and expresses that he misses his friends. Juju says she’s ready to forgive and move and then Kimbella comes through. Jonathan apologizes to her too and goes over the spiel again. Kimbella is willing to forgive him while Yandy is just sitting there looking like something stinks the entire time. Once Kimbella and Jonathan get settled, Juju says it’s time for them to address the elephant in the room. Yandy gets all triggered and stank and replies, “Like the elephant can address it herself.” She pulls Kimbella to the side because she doesn’t want to do this in front of them even though they’ll be able to hear the conversation. They start talking at each other again about who did what and who is talking to who the rudest, etc. Eventually, Yandy brings it down a bit and actually tries to offer Kimbella support but Kimbella says she doesn’t want it and maintains that Yandy is fake. In Kimbella’s world, Yandy likes to be a social media friend, meaning that she’ll post pictures and captions on social about how she loves them and wishes them well but won’t actually be there. So, that’s that. They don’t move past anything and Kimbella sashes away with an attitude. They’ll probably be beating this horse again and again. Anyway, see you next week for Love and Hip-Hop Miami and in two weeks for the return of Love and Hip-Hop New York . RELATED POSTS ‘LHHNYS9’ Recap: Safaree Gets Dragged Into Drama With Jaquae ‘LHHNYS9’ Recap: Remy Ma Moderates Yandy And Juju’s Peace Talk
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Source: Courtesy of The Apollo Theater / The Apollo Theater It’s hard to believe another year has wrapped up, moving us closer to a new decade. For some, 2018 might’ve dragged with the speed of molasses thanks to celebrity shenanigans and Trump-era politics. For others, it could’ve went with a snap thanks to viral moments that kept us distracted and entertained. Either way, there’s no question that there were some big winners this year and some big losers. Hit the next pages to reflect on a year full of ups and down. Hopefully, the memories can get you motivated on what to do and what not to do in 2019!
Hundreds Receive Hot Meals, Toys & Home Goods for The Holidays! The morning of December 24th kicked off with hundreds of Families being treated to breakfast courtesy of K&K Soul Food on Donald Lee Hollowell (Bankhead area) in Atlanta. Then the event too new heights as families in need were given toys, clothes, jackets, home goods, appliances and more. Reec kept the crowd enthused along with J. R. of (national Lighthouse Foundation). DJ Deceptacon provided the music. Children 15 and under received free haircuts and hair styles and teen girls were given manicures. Special Thanks to @kksoulfood @studio8five1 @payusa1 @j.r._the_connect @nationallighthouse @ihapfoundation @theivoryatl @@bambamque7
