Source: WENN/Avalon / WENN Rihanna is still a real one. In a recent interview, the Bajan singer and mogul confirmed that she passed on performing at the 2019 Super Bowl specifically and unequivocally because of Colin Kaepernick. By now you should know, Kap has been essentially blackballed by the NFL as a consequence of protesting injustice by kneeling while the National Anthem was played before football games. Many have shown support for Kaepernick for sacrificing his career, including Rihanna. In a new cover story with Vogue for its November 2019 issue, Rihanna let her rationale for curving the NFL be known. “I couldn’t dare do that. For what? Who gains from that? Not my people,” Rihanna told the publication. “I just couldn’t be a sellout. I couldn’t be an enabler.” She added, “There’s things within that organization that I do not agree with at all, and I was not about to go and be of service to them in any way.” Nevertheless, her buddy JAY-Z has teamed with the NFL . But don’t bank on Rihanna being one of the acts Roc Nation books for an NFL performance in the name of social justice. Salute this Queen. Peep what more of what she had to say on variety of topics right here . Let us know what you think of Rih Rih’s decision in the comments.
It’s been over 35 years that Alex Trebek has graced our televisions and homes as the host of Jeopardy! But according to reports, Trebek’s time as the legendary’s show’s host may be coming to an end. In an interview with Canada’s CTV television network , Trebek revealed that his chemotherapy treatments are starting to affect his speech. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. ( Terms and conditions ). “I talk to the producers about this all the time now. I say, ‘Look, I’m slurring my words. My tongue doesn’t work as much, as well as it used to. The chemo has caused sores inside my mouth. It makes it difficult for me to speak and enunciate properly.’” He continued: “I’m sure there are observant members of the television audience that notice also, but they’re forgiving,” he added. “But there will come a point when they will no longer be able to say, ‘It’s OK.’” SEE ALSO: Alex Trebek Reportedly Censored By NBC, CBS For Statement He Made About Needing Prayers [VIDEO] You may recall that back in March, the 79-year old revealed that he’d been diagnosed with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer. However, he vowed in the TV interview to continue to fight. “We’ll play it by ear and keep chugging along until we either win or lose. I’ve lived a good life, a full life, and I’m nearing the end of that life… If it happens, why should I be afraid of that,” he said. Let’s keep Trebek and his family in our prayers. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : Legendary Actress From ‘A Different World’ Passes Away Tatyana Ali & Her Husband Welcome Baby Number Two [PHOTOS] Tisha Campbell Details Childhood Rape By Babysitter [VIDEO] Follow @TheRSMS
Source: Venturelli / Getty On Sunday, Angela Bassett attended the Rape Foundation’s annual brunch in Beverly Hills, supporting as its host. The event raises money for the Stuart House, a program of the Rape Treatment Center at UCLA-Santa Monica’s Medical Center. The 61-year-old has visited the Rape Treatment Center and shared what she learned from being in the midst of survivors of sexual assault . “I wish we didn’t live in a world where sexual assault existed,” she said, according to The Hollywood Reporter ‘s coverage of the event. “I wish they weren’t victims of such a heinous, life-altering crime. I wish we lived in a world where our children felt effortlessly protected, without any fear of someone violating or hurting them. But sadly that is not our reality. And with that, thank god for sanctuaries like the Rape Treatment Center and Stuart House.” SEE ALSO: Tisha Campbell Details Childhood Rape By Babysitter On TV One’s “Uncensored” [VIDEO] Per The Hollywood Reporter , Angela actually revealed that she too had been the victim of a heinous crime. She said that when she was a pre-teen, she woke up to find that the man her mother was dating at the time was fondling her while she slept. Unlike some victims of sexual assault though, when Angela’s mother found out, she took care of the situation and got rid of the guy. It’s unclear if that means she contacted police. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit “Fortunately, it wasn’t a complete assault, it was fondling, but it was devastating enough for a child who’s 12 or 13,” she said. “And thankfully to have a mother who could tell as soon as light broke that this happened and for her to expel him…. That she heard me, believed me, and did something about it was so empowering for me as a young teen, as a young woman.” Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. ( Terms and conditions ). The 9-1-1 actress said that she has made an effort to teach her own children, 13-year-old twins Bronwyn and Slater, the importance of understanding boundaries. She started doing so when they were just 2-year-old toddlers. “I started that early because of experiences with friends and I know that they will be in situations one day,” she said, according to Variety . “When a girl says no, both to him and to her, she means no. Back up. She has to say come here, kiss me.” [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”1854913″ overlay=”true”] This story was originally published on MadameNoire.com . ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : Legendary Actress From ‘A Different World’ Passes Away Tatyana Ali & Her Husband Welcome Baby Number Two [PHOTOS] Tisha Campbell Details Childhood Rape By Babysitter [VIDEO] Follow @TheRSMS
Source: Todd Kirkland / Getty One-third of the hit-making group Migos , Quavo , checked another major milestone off of his bucket list after being tapped to throw out the game-opening pitch for his hometown team. According to sports news, Quavo threw out the first ceremonial pitch before game two of the National League Division Series matchup between the Atlanta Braves and St. Louis Cardinals on Friday (Oct. 4). The special occasion featured the “Pure Water” artist donning a custom made Braves jersey that featured him rocking the number 91, for his birth year, and bolstered his nickname “Huncho” on the back. Before the start of the game, Fox Sports tweeted out a video of Quavo practicing his perfect pitch behind an old building, landing a near-perfect strike to the catcher. Quavo will throw out the first pitch in NLDS Game 2 … and give the @Braves another lefty option for the postseason roster. pic.twitter.com/i3ZguklYBc — FOX Sports: Braves (@FOXSportsBraves) October 1, 2019 While on the field, Quavo kept that same energy throwing southpaw as the announcer asked candidly, “Let’s see what you got, Quavo.” The @Braves have a new lefty specialist: @QuavoStuntin . pic.twitter.com/ttcgtlSv02 — MLB (@MLB) October 4, 2019 In other Migos news , the trio received good news last week after a judge ruled that a company’s 2015 agreement to market apparel for hip-hop group did not give it a right to capitalize on the Migos name in light of the group’s recent success. According to Law.com , Justice O. Peter Sherwood knocked out key claims in a lawsuit by Rocawear co-founder Norton Cher’s YRN LLC, which sued the Georgia-based trio and Migos LLC for breach of contract in May 2018. According to the complaint, the firm acquired the trademarks to “Y.R.N.” and “Yung Rich Nation” in March 2015, with the goal of marketing clothing and accessories associated with Migo’s then-forthcoming single and album by the same names. The suit alleged that the performers, Quavious Marshall, Kiari Cephus and Kirshnik Ball, and managers Jerel Nance and Pierre Thomas had agreed not to compete with the company by marketing apparel with the Migos name. It was an “incontrovertible fact,” Judge Sherwood said, noting that the company never had any right to the Migos name, and by the time Migos had paired up with Bravado, any need for the contract’s restrictions was gone. “There simply was no market left to cannibalize.” Sherwood wrote in an 11-page opinion dated Sept. 12. “The market for apparel bearing the name of a faded Migos song or album was gone and the restrictive covenants in [the contract] no longer made commercial success.” The ruling was handed down in September, although it was just announced this week.
It looks like Mac Miller’s death will not be in vein. Three men are being held to legal task for their role in providing the late rapper’s passing. Page Six is reporting that a grand jury indictment concerning Mac’s death has been unsealed. According to the website the documents state a trio of men allegedly distributed cocaine and oxycodone pills laced with fentanyl to Miller which lead to his untimely death in 2018. Cameron Pettit, 28, of West Hollywood, California; Stephen Walter, 46, of Los Angeles; and Ryan Reavis, 36, of Lake Havasu City, Arizona have all been hit with charges related to his overdose. These new allegations will be stacked on prior drug offenses. Currently each of the accused are all in custody and face a mandatory sentence of 20 years if convicted. Photo: WENN.com
Source: Aaron J. Thornton / Getty Erica Mena and Safaree Samuels have tied the knot! On Monday (Oct. 7), the happy couple lavishly wed in front of their family and friends as Safaree donned a red suit styled by Messiah Stylist, while Erica Mena was dressed in a gorgeous white wedding dressed designed by Ryan and Walter that closely hugged her baby bump. The whirlwind romance was first announced in late 2018 with the couple announcing their engagement by Christmas Eve of the same year. While the two have been very public with their relationship and pregnancy announcement , it seems Erica plans to take a different approach with their child. According to published reports, Mena plans to shelter the bundle of joy from the spotlight, while Safaree’s plans include adding the upcoming addition to payroll. “We’re going to be selective but at the same time, this baby will come out of the womb working,” Safaree said during the announcement. “I was working very early. I’m about to pull a DJ Khaled . As soon as this baby comes out, we are working.” Working is an understatement while celebrating milestones in their lives and relationship, the lovebirds are also cashing after it was announced that their love story will be documented on the upcoming tenth season of Love & Hip-Hop: New York ; showcasing their fast-tracked romance, it’s been reported that VH1 cameras were on-hand to also document the wedding. Although the two may have different opinions on how involved their unborn child will be in Hollywood, one thing the two definitely agree on is their love for one another. In a heartfelt post on Instagram, Erica Mena took the time to share a loving caption about her new husband. “If I could turn back the clock. I’d give you a chance sooner and love you longer @mr_guerra x @blu_gem_ – @bridalstylesboutique @messiahstylist.” View this post on Instagram If I could turn back the clock. I’d give you a chance sooner and love you longer @mr_guerra x @blu_gem_ – @bridalstylesboutique @messiahstylist A post shared by Erica Mena Samuels (@iamerica_mena) on Oct 5, 2019 at 6:35am PDT Mena also took an opportunity to share a glimpse of the couple’s iced out wedding bands that almost top the 14-carat engagement ring, with the caption “Mr. & Mrs. Samuels,” confirming to naysayers that the two are actually married. View this post on Instagram Married Thank you to my brother @edendiamonds for designing our wedding bands. 10-7-19 MR. & Mrs. Samuels A post shared by Erica Mena Samuels (@iamerica_mena) on Oct 8, 2019 at 9:46am PDT Congrats to the happy couple check out some footage from the wedding below. View this post on Instagram Sending Congrats to Safaree and Erica Mena on their nuptials! #Safaree #EricaMena A post shared by StarStruck Daily (@starstruckdaily) on Oct 7, 2019 at 7:10pm PDT View this post on Instagram Congratulations @iamerica_mena & @safaree on your wedding yesterday wish u guys many more to come god bless #ericaandsafaree #baddie #beauty #mood #travel #lifestyle #healthy #fit #fitness #tattoo #hiphopculture #grillz #la #lv #pdx #htown #nyc #follow4follow #fashion #blogger #me #selfie #instagood #foodporn#travel #lifestyle #healthy #fit #fitness #tattoo #hiphopculture #grillz #la #lv #pdx #htown #nyc #follow4follow #fashion #blogger #me #selfie #instagood #lifestyle #healthy #fit #fitness #tattoo #hiphopculture #grillz #la #lv #pdx #htown #nyc #follow4follow #fashion #blogger #me #selfie #instagood #foodporn#travel #lifestyle #healthy #fit #fitness #tattoo #hiphopculture #grillz #la #lv #pdx #htown #me A post shared by Lissa NJ (@lissanj) on Oct 8, 2019 at 10:36am PDT View this post on Instagram #PressPlay: Now ya’ll know #Safaree had to get down on the dance floor for his bride!! #EricaMena A post shared by The Shade Room (@theshaderoom) on Oct 7, 2019 at 10:36pm PDT
Source: The Washington Post / Getty An inmate who served 23 years at a Washington, D.C. jail has now been released. Momolu Stewart received help towards gaining his freedom by way of Kim Kardashian ‘s efforts and he is no doubt grateful for the assistance. In a profile on Stewart from Oxygen , Stewart, now 39, entered prison after the New Year’s Day shooting of Mark Rosebure. Stewart’s co-defendant, Kareem McCraney, was released in 2018 with both men benefiting from the Incarceration Reduction Amendment Act. While behind bars at the DC Central Detention Facility, commonly known as the D.C. Jail, Stewart became a part of the Georgetown Prison Scholars under Dr. Mark Howard, who praised Stewart’s transformation from a street tough to a man who wants to contribute to society. Stewart seemed extremely humbled by Kardashian’s assistance as evidenced by his chat with Oxygen. “She has the ability to believe in others when the conventional aspect of things would be to shun ‘em,” Stewart said. Kardashian penned a letter on Stewart’s behalf that explained his violent and troubled childhood, which included his mother killing his father when he was six-years-old thus becoming part of the street life in Washington. Stewart will be featured in the upcoming documentary Kim Kardashian West: The Justice Project which will air on the Oxygen network. — Photo: Getty
Source: Adidas / adidas In time for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month , Adidas has launched a new sports bra for women who have undergone a mastectomy. Designed by famous designer Stella McCartney , the brand’s first Post-Mastectomy Sports Bra has been created to empower breast cancer survivors to introduce sport and fitness back into their lives, Adidas wrote in a press release . “With the Post-Mastectomy Sports Bra, I really wanted to encourage women to take care of their health through wellness and self-care. This bra allows us to support recovering patients through the next phase of their journey, and hopefully give them the confidence to get back into training. It has a cool and modern look that will help motivate the wearer, as well as assuring them, they are not [the] odd one out in the gym,” explained McCartney, whose mother died of the disease in 1998. Source: Adidas / adidas The model used in the campaign is Black British boxer and breast cancer survivor, Michele Aboro . “After my surgery, I felt lost. As a professional athlete, I was used to relying on my body but after my mastectomy, I started to lose belief in myself and how my body would react. When I was ready to get back into fitness, I couldn’t find a sports bra that didn’t require being pulled over my head or lacked in support. Now I wear the Post-Mastectomy Sports Bra every time I train – it is comfortable and supportive and has helped me build back my confidence to get back into the game,” the mother and mentor explained. The bra, which costs $69, has a front-closure zipper, inner pockets with removable pads, and adjustable straps. In addition, the seams were all placed specifically around the arms to “reduce discomfort and irritation to areas of the skin prone to sensitivity due to surgical scarring.” It comes in two colors: Pink and black. Listen, this type of bra is definitely needed. Bravo Adidas! Buy the bra here . RELATED NEWS: Knowledge Is Power: 13 Myths About Breast Cancer The Gabi Fresh x Swimsuits For All Collection Features Breast Cancer Activist In Campaign WATCH: Brave Woman Tells Her Breast Cancer Survivor Story [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”2960922″ overlay=”true”]
Mary J. Blige continues her “bad b***h fall” domination! The Grammy-winning singer and Oscar nominee stunned on the November digital issue of SELF Magazine rocking a white and black Chromat bodysuit, Alain Mikli sunglasses and Aquazurra netted booties. YOU BETTER WERK MARY!!! Source: Jason Kim, SELF / Jason Kim, SELF Here, looking fresh-faced in MAC Cosmetics, she talks about what her biggest form of self-care is prayer and staying “very well hydrated: View this post on Instagram For @therealmaryjblige, the two most important components of self-care are prayer, and staying *very* well hydrated. We asked our cover star to walk us through what self-care looks like to her, from fitness to food to her daily routine. See what else she has to say above, and tap the link in bio to read @jamilahlemieux’s profile of the iconic artist. A post shared by SELF (@selfmagazine) on Oct 7, 2019 at 9:23am PDT Blige also opened up and got real about her past drug addiction, being a symbol of hope for others to heal and her ex-husband. On her role as a symbol of hope, and her ability to help others heal: “It happened because every night that I’m at these shows, I have at least four women say [to me], ‘You got me through the divorce that I was going through. That Strength of a Woman album? We was going through [your] divorce with you’…. I had to go through that in order to serve.” On her ex-husband: “Well, when I look back, I see that we all want what we want. And we want it to be the way we want it to be,” she says. “I wanted a savior. I’d been hurting so long, and so much, and so bad.” As for his role in breaking her drug habit, she now admits “he did not deserve that credit.” On the roots of her battle with substance abuse: “We numb ourselves with drugs and alcohol and people and shopping and shit, to cover up what’s really going on inside,” she says. “You’re taking drugs so you can go out and feel courageous, or go out and feel beautiful or whatever. You’re doing it to cover up something.” On when she realized she needed to make a change and begin her recovery journey : “I’ve seen visions of what I would look like if I kept doing drugs,” she says, adding that there were also some nights when her reality may have mirrored those perhaps prophetic visualizations closely. “If I saw myself almost dying, or if I almost died, or almost O.D.’d, why would I do that again?” View this post on Instagram “When I ask if [Mary J. Blige] has any interest in becoming a mother, she explains that she is focused on mothering herself. She’s taking care of that child within her who was hurt by other people and went on a path of self-harm as a result: ‘Right now I’m not thinking about anybody but her,’ Blige says. ‘…Right now it’s about me and little Mary. It’s like that’s my baby, my little girl. She needs my help…and I’m not going to ever let anybody hurt her again.’” Tap the link in bio to read more from @jamilahlemieux’s beautiful profile of @therealmaryjblige for @SELFmagazine. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photographer: @jasonkimphoto Wardrobe: @waymanandmicah at @starworksgroup Props:@aelisew at @sarahlaird_goodco Hair: @tymwallacehair at @mastermindmgtgroup Makeup: @porschefabulous Manicure: @nailsbyemikudo at @opusbeauty Visual director: @avenerable A post shared by SELF (@selfmagazine) on Oct 7, 2019 at 5:41am PDT She also opened up about the sexual abuse she endured as a child and how now her focus is about protecting that little girl. “ But right now it’s about me and little Mary. It’s like that’s my baby, my little girl. She needs my help…and I’m not going to ever let anybody hurt her again. She needs to live, she needs to play. She doesn’t mind her life being used to help someone else…. But I have to take care of her,” she said. Mary J. is one strong Black woman…and we’re all better for it. Read her SELF interview in its entirety here . RELATED NEWS: Mary J. Blige Debuts ‘Bad B***h Fall’ In A Fur…And We’re Here For it! Oscar Roundup: ‘Get Out’ Wins Big, Mary J. Blige, Common And Andra Day Kill It On Stage Lizzo Is 100 Percent That B***h On The October Cover Of Elle [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”3054972″ overlay=”true”]
Source: Paul R. Giunta / Getty Euphoria actress Storm Reid may play Zendaya ‘s on screen little sister but she’s continuing the sisterly vibes off screen as well. Source: Paras Griffin / Getty The 16-year-old starlette arrived at Tyler Perry Studios grand opening sporting Zendaya’s collaboration with Tommy Hilfiger. She wore a suit with a matching turtleneck. She paired the look with white pointy shoes and wore her hair in a top bun. She accessorized with hoop earrings. She gave us a bold pink eye and kept her lips neutral. It’s fun to see how young Black Hollywood likes to play with makeup. Serve, honey! View this post on Instagram Not even sure that I’ve had a chance to process how thankful I am that @tylerperry invited me to be amongst all the greatness I experienced last night at the opening of Tyler Perry Studios. I do know that my life has been forever changed by the love, laughter, and kind words I received. I was raised to be a dreamer and to have the faith of a mustard seed. You have shown all of us that with hard work and dedication ANYTHING is possible. I am forever grateful to close my eyes and remember this moment forever. I am inspired beyond words! Oh yeah, the GOLD slippers for all the ladies was so thoughtful and right on time A post shared by Storm Reid (@stormreid) on Oct 6, 2019 at 5:20pm PDT Clearly Reid had a great time as the young actress posted to her Instagram a regal photo of her in the suit with the following caption, “Not even sure that I’ve had a chance to process how thankful I am that @tylerperry invited me to be amongst all the greatness I experienced last night at the opening of Tyler Perry Studios . I do know that my life has been forever changed by the love, laughter, and kind words I received. I was raised to be a dreamer and to have the faith of a mustard seed. You have shown all of us that with hard work and dedication ANYTHING is possible. I am forever grateful to close my eyes and remember this moment forever. I am inspired beyond words! Oh year, the GOLD slippers for all the ladies was so thoughtful and right on time.” The perfect suit for the perfect moment! Beauties, what do you think of this look? DON’T MISS: Oprah, Ava DuVernay & Storm Reid Are Cover Girls For Essence Magazine’s February Issue GET THE LOOK: Storm Reid Goes For An All White Suit At The Star Wars Premiere In LA Zendaya x Lancôme Launches The Perfect Red Lipsticks For Brown Girls [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”3027426″ overlay=”true”]
