Source: Dave J Hogan / Getty JAY-Z isn’t averse to taking risks. So it shouldn’t come as too much of a surprise that the Hip-Hop mogul is hosting a blackjack tournament, but for the best of causes. Page Six reports that the “Picasso” rapper will be hosting a blackjack tournament with a $100,000 buy-in at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. The proceeds will be for a good cause since the competition is part of the Shawn Carter Foundation gala that goes down the weekend of Nov. 15. The jackpot for the winner is a cool $500,000. If you’re not playing, you can kick in $40,000 for VIP access all weekend. Also reportedly part of the festivities are a black-tie gala, auctions and a concert headlined by Alicia Keys. A look at the Seminole Hard Rock’s website confirms Keys is performing “an intimate one-time-only performance to benefit The Shawn Carter Foundation on Saturday, Nov. 16, at 9:30 p.m.” Sounds like the place to be in November, if you got the coin and clout. The Shawn Carter Foundation was founded in 2003 by JAY-Z and his mother, Gloria Carter. View this post on Instagram
Source: James Devaney / Getty It almost got a little spooky for a PETA protestor in New York yesterday (October 8) when Lil’ Kim was heading to an engagement. The protestor got a little too close for comfort and there was a moment the Queen Bee was set to offer the taper and the fade. TMZ has the rest: Lil Kim wasn’t about to let an anti-fur protester tell her what animals she can and can’t wear … nearly trading blows with the woman before security stepped in. Kim was outside Verizon Media Studios in New York City Tuesday when multiple anti-fur protesters started shouting “Stop wearing fur!” at Kim. One woman got just a little too close for LK’s liking … and that’s when she started walking toward the woman telling her to “back up” several times. Lucky for the protester, Kim’s security stepped in between the two and diffused the situation, ’cause it looked like the rapper was ready to throw down. Check out the footage by clicking here . — Photo: Getty
If you've been a longtime Teen Mom fan, then you're probably very familiar with the issues between Kailyn Lowry and Briana DeJesus. And you probably remember just how bad things got between them. At this point, all of their drama is getting kind of old — it's been about two years since it all began. But, as Kailyn revealed in the latest episode of her podcast, there's still plenty of bad blood between these two ladies … 1. Memories It doesn’t feel like it’s been two years since the feud between Kailyn and Briana began, does it? 2. Then Again … But there’s just SO much drama in the Teen Mom universe, and we see a lot of it play out in real life before we see it on the show, and sometimes we see things on the show that we really didn’t know about when it was actually happening … so time just moves different for these people, OK? 3. Looking Back Anyway, it was about two years ago that Briana and her family went on a Disney World vacation with Javi Marroquin and little Lincoln, the son he shares with Kailyn. He was kind of secretive about the whole thing, and Kailyn really sincerely did not appreciate it. 4. Mad at Everyone After that, Kail officially started hating Briana, and her relationship with Javi turned sour, too. They got into a pretty heated argument while filming a Teen Mom 2 reunion special because Kailyn thought she’d been disrespected, it was this whole thing — you remember. 5. Weird Their feud has actually lasted way, way longer than Javi and Briana’s actual relationship did — they only dated for a few months, but the pettiness has lived on. 6. Ridiculous It kind of makes sense when you think about the fact that there was a time when Javi was juggling both ladies at the same time, as well as a relationship with current fiancee Lauren Comeau View Slideshow
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
Sir of TDE stopped by The Afternoon Wave with DJ Caesar to break down his latest album Chasing Summer . While in Philadelphia, he had to share some stories about DJ Jazzy Jeff and the impact he’s had own his own professional career. The way Sir describes Jazzy Jeff, Jill Scott, and Dre, it really goes to show the impact the Philadelphia music scene has on the world. Make sure you go stream “Chasing Summer” now, which features Jill Scott, Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne, and more!
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Will Smith is set to attempt to knock Joker out of the number 1 spot at the box office this weekend when he releases his new movie GEMINI MAN. A movie about an elite assassin named Henry Brogan who becomes the target of a mysterious operative who can seemingly predict his every move. To his horror, he soon learns that the man who’s trying to kill him is a younger, faster, cloned version of himself. The technology on this film is out of this world, and seeing a younger version of Will Smith perform these stunts as a completely computerized character is mind-blowing. The Special effect teams said they didn’t have much footage of a young Will doing dramatic roles, but Will revealed the movies they used to craft the cloned version of himself. Will said, “That was one of the scenes that Ang Lee used for Gemini Man. He used Six Degrees of Separation, that scene from Fresh Prince and a couple of other scenes, he used Bad Boys, Independence Day and Men In Black. Then he put together a picture of my level of performance from that time and that was the language that we used to be able to create this new digital version of myself.” He also goes on to reveal that Lebron James was so touched by the iconic episode of Fresh Prince when Will dad walks out on him that he brings it up each time he sees him in person. During this episode of Extra Butter with Xilla Valentine you also get exclusive interviews with Ang Lee and Jerry Bruckheimer. Super producer Jerry also gives us an update on Eddie Murphy’s Beverly Hills Cop 4 as well as Bad Boys For Life.
