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Tom Hanks Goes Hard For Diversity In Toy Story 4 Then Reveals His Spades Game Is Strong | Extra Butter

Toy Story 4 is phenomenal and I personally think it’s the best one of the bunch. It’s more diverse than ever as Woody, Buzz Lightyear and the rest of the gang embark on a road trip with Bonnie and her new toy named Forky. The adventurous journey turns into an unexpected reunion for Woody when he bumps into his long-lost friend Bo Peep. We also get to meet Bunny and Ducky voiced by Keenan Michael Key and Jordan Peele who add so much flavor to this Toy Story we can call it soul food. Throw in Combat Carl and Giggle McDimples and this is easily the most diverse movie in the franchise. On this episode of Extra Butter with Xilla Valentine we go inside Toy Story 4 and I ask Tom Hanks who plays the iconic Woody and Tim Allen to discuss the diversity in Toy Story 4. Tom emphatically states “It’s got to be done! This is the way we live now, so it’s got to be diverse.” Tom is no stranger to diversity and being well informed in the culture with his Black Jeopardy skit on SKL being the second most popular video on their channel. So I decided to test his Black Card by asking him and Tim a couple of questions on Black Culture and Tom aced it. He stated that Jay Z and Nas is the biggest debate in Black America and knows how to handle himself on the spades table revealing he learned to go big watching people play Whist in Oakland, California. “I go deep baby! I go deep. Now when I was in Oakland, California they all played whist.” Tom acts out slamming cards on the table, “Kids were playing Whist man, but That’s like a version of spades.”

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Stop The Violence: Kid Gives Tearful Plea After 13-Year-Old Friend Malik Tyler Is Killed In Dallas Crossfire [Video]

Source: Getty Kid Pleads Dallas To Stop The Violence After 13-Year-Old Malik Tyler Is Killed In Crossfire Senseless violence caused the death of a 13-year-old in Dallas and now video capturing the family’s grievance is packing a heartbreaking punch. According to Dallas News , middle schooler Malik Tyler was killed on Tuesday evening as he and two friends left a gas station in the 9400 block of Bruton Road, at North St. Augustine Drive. Tyler was only an innocent bystander caught in the crossfire of a moving vehicle shooting at another car. On Wednesday, officers said they arrested Datrail Deon Clayton, 21, as a suspect and he now faces a murder charge in the shooting. The corner where Tyler was shot has been problematic for years, making local residents and employees frustrated for the narcotic sales and gang violence that plagues the intersection. At a vigil on Wednesday, residents called for the city to shut down both the convenience store that adjoined the gas station and a car wash next door in honor of Tyler. “Do it for the kids,” someone said. Tyler’s vigil raised a lot of awareness to the surging violence in Dallas recently. According to Dallas News , last month alone had 41 homicides, the city’s highest monthly tally since the 1990s. Tyler’s mom, Tina Tyler, expressed her pain: “I don’t know what to say. Someone took my son from me.” A major heartbreaking moment occurred at the vigil when Malik’s friend MaQuesta Martin Jr. made a plea to stop the violence in the community. While remembering Malik, MaQuesta tearfully explained: “When I wanted to run away, he was there with me. When I was feeling down he was there with me. So pray for his family.” He continued: “I just want to say I love everybody. Can y’all just shut it down? Please stop the violence. There’s too many people getting hurt in Dallas. Just stop it. Love each other. Please!” Tyler’s mom added to the call for action, saying: “I hope that this goes nationwide, worldwide…that we do something to help our Black kids in this community. Because gun violence. Look at what happened. My son died here yesterday. This has been a great loss to my family. That was my youngest son.” You can watch Tina Tyler and MaQuesta’s emotional words below, and we hope that they reached all the right people.

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‘It’s A Wrap’ Thirst Trap: Malika Haqq Announces Split From O.T. Genasis With Bangin’ Baaaawdied Photo

Source: Greg Doherty/Getty Images  Malika Haqq Confirms O.T. Genasis Split Malika Haqq is single—–and fine. The Kardashians’ buddy is announcing on Instagram that she’s split from her rapper bae O.T. Genasis after two years of dating. The two made it official in October 2017 and then briefly broke up in February 2018. They reunited a month later and were seemingly stronger than ever. According to Malika however, something’s awry and she’s single, again. “Single,” she captioned a photo of herself baring her bangin’ baaaaaawdy in all white. View this post on Instagram Single. A post shared by Malika (@malika) on Jun 7, 2019 at 9:00am PDT Malika may have deleted several pics of O.T. from her IG, the last pic of them on her social media is from January when they had a triple date with Jeannie Mai, Jeezy , Lori Harvey and Trey Songz. View this post on Instagram 3’s Company A post shared by Malika (@malika) on Jan 25, 2019 at 11:29am PST We wonder what happened this time. So far O.T.’s been mum on the crumbling of their California loving. View this post on Instagram My Open Love Letter, To the world you may be one person but to me You’ve become my world. My life has changed with you in it. Before you I was lost and confused and didn’t know how to let my guard down. You know I always play you love songs but now I know what the songs actually mean. I came in thinking I had it figured all out but you gave me the structure I needed to stay balanced. As men we often have PRIDE that makes us not wanna do certain things. I would do anything in this world for you. YOU and only YOU made me a better man and want to be a better man.. You’re not only my partner but my best friend.. God told me to love you forever and that’s what I plan on doing. This letter is to thank you for everything you do and to tell you I LOVE YOU. @forevermalika A post shared by O.T. GENASIS (@otgenasis) on Oct 11, 2018 at 5:19pm PDT

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More Good Deeds: Kim Kardashian Visits San Quentin State Prison To Advocate For Inmate On Death Row

Source: Ivan Nikolov/WENN.com / WENN Kim Kardashian Visits San Quentin Inmate on Death Row Kim Kardashian is continuing her efforts to fight for prison reform. Most recently, the aspiring lawyer spent her day at one of America’s most notorious prisons to speak with an accused murderer that she–and many others–believe to be innocent. According to reports from TMZ , Kim visited California’s San Quentin earlier this week to meet with death row inmate Kevin Cooper. The 61-year-old was convicted of killing four people in Chino Hills, California back in the 1980s and was then sentenced to death. Since then, Cooper has maintained his innocence over the last three decades, insisting that he did not kill anyone, and he was framed. His legal team also says that key evidence in the case was not properly analyzed and should be re-tested now–something Kardashian spoke up about on Twitter almost a year ago. Governor Brown, can you please test the DNA of Kevin Cooper? https://t.co/MB4kE03sC4 — Kim Kardashian West (@KimKardashian) June 16, 2018 California’s then-governor Jerry Brown granted Cooper’s request for testing in December of 2018 and ordered new DNA analysis. Though the testing has still not been conducted, California Gov. Gavin Newsom has suspended all executions during his term. According to TMZ’s sources, Kim spent two hours speaking with Cooper, and after that, she was on his side and convinced he had been framed. She now plans to do her part in fighting to secure his exoneration and freedom. Only a few weeks ago, it was reported that the Kardashian sister contributed to 90 Days of Freedom a campaign started by Decarceration Collective lawyer MiAngel Cody and Kardashian’s attorney Brittany K. Barnett that helped free 17 federal inmates who were all convicted of low-level drug crimes.  

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Octavia Spencer Talks Ma, Horror Movies & People Getting On Her Nerves | Extra Butter

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Octavia Spencer is getting ready to star in Ma a horror movie that is actually her first featured role as the top talent in the film. Ma , tells the story of Sue Ann a lonely woman who befriends a group of teenagers by letting them party at her house. Just when the kids think their luck couldn’t get any better, things start happening that make them question the intention of their host as Ma turns into a sick tale of mayhem and revenge. Don’t let her drink alone. I flew out to Hollywood, California to sit down with Octavia Spencer, Diana Silvers, Juliette Lewis, Makaley Miller Corey Fogelmanis, Dante Brown and Gianni Paolo for a fun conversation about Ma. This week’s Extra Butter with Xilla Valentine really highlights the reach of GlobalGrind as the kids revealed how much they rock with the website, and that they loved the episode of Extra Butter with Xilla Valentine that highlighted Avengers: Endgame . They even broke out in an impromptu rendition of Lil Nas X’s Old Town Road just like the Avengers did. We also got to find out just how much their parents get on their nerves as Dante Brown, who also stars in Lethal Weapon on Fox said: “I think that’s just an everything day thing, that parents don’t want you to be great.” He was obviously joking but Octavia opened up about how people getting on your nerves is a natural feeling. We’re human beings and we have a gamut of emotions that we feel. You would actually be a sociopath if someone didn’t get on your nerves,” Octavia said. She continues by saying she won’t call anyone out but “Hell yeah people get on my nerves.” Ma hits theaters on Friday, May 31st, 2019.

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Megan Thee Stallion Reportedly Helped Pay For The Funeral Of A Fan Who Died After Her Show

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Source: @JustInMyView / R1 Digital Megan Thee Stallion  has reportedly done a good deed for the family of a fan. HotNewHipHop   reports that Thee Stallion gave money to assist with the funeral costs of a fan who was killed after her Washington D.C. show with  Wale. A fan posted a photo on Monday night on Twitter with the message,  “So my cousin was in love with Megan Thee Stallion & was killed lastnight after leaving the club to see her, hopefully she see’s this.” The photo included Megan, Wale and a third man, presumed to be the woman’s cousin, Cyril. The woman, who has the handle @GinaTheSavage on the social media network, shared a link for a GoFundMe campaign. So my cousin was in love with Megan Thee Stallion & was killed lastnight after leaving the club to see her, hopefully she see’s this … pic.twitter.com/CZPwbi63nD — GinaWitDaNina (@GinaTheSavage) May 28, 2019 Any donation isnt to big or small Thanks for all the love and support Inshallah https://t.co/Hs5PdRluzj pic.twitter.com/4JOkgBjsyz — GinaWitDaNina (@GinaTheSavage) May 28, 2019 Megan then responded to the tweet saying, “I am so sorry for your lost His energy was amazing when we met” Later, screenshots of Megan and @GinaTheSavage’s DMs appeared on The Shade Room , revealing that Megan sent $1,200 and said, “Let me kno if y’all still need more if it don’t make it high enough.” View this post on Instagram TSR Staff: Thembi! @ThembiTV_ _____________________________________ #TSRPositiveImages: We all have that one person we would love to see in concert, in person, or at an appearance. For a young man named Cyril Briscoe, that person for him was #MegTheeStallion. _____________________________________ According to his cousin, Cyril went to the club to see Meg over the weekend, and was unfortunately killed after he experienced that moment. His cousin tweeted, “So my cousin was in love with Megan Thee Stallion and was killed last night after leaving the club to see her, hopefully she see’s this”. _____________________________________ Luckily for the cousin, Meg did see the tweet. Megan responded to the tweet with condolences, and made sure to mention how great Cyril’s energy was. “I’m so sorry for your loss,” she said. “His energy was amazing when we met.” _____________________________________ Megan apparently proceeded to—read more at theshaderoom.com A post shared by The Shade Room (@theshaderoom) on May 28, 2019 at 12:23pm PDT What a great gesture by Meg. RELATED:  Watch Megan Thee Stallion’s “Realer” Video [NEW VIDEO] RELATED:  Megan Thee Stallion Covers The FADER RELATED:  Megan Thee Stallion Brings The Hotties Out At Her ‘Fever’ Album Release Party

Megan Thee Stallion Reportedly Helped Pay For The Funeral Of A Fan Who Died After Her Show

Akon & Anuel AA “Get Money,” Xzibit ft. Problem “Elevator” & More

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Oh snap! We have an Akon sighting. After taking a lengthy break so he could tend to his multiple business and charitable organizations, the Newark, New Jersey crooner returns with the Anuel AA assisted clip to “Get Money” where “El Negreeto” (Akon’s new moniker) busts out his bilingual skills while flossing the kinds of riches that could put a small Latino country back on it’s feet. Is this his way of winning over the Latino vote for his possible presidential run in 2020 ?? Speaking of comebacks, Xzibit comes out to play for a minute in the visual to “Elevator” where he and Problem roll through LA to spread that California love. Check out the rest of today’s drops and some joints you might’ve missed over the holiday weekend including work from Boosie Badazz, Skepta, and more. AKON & ANUEL AA – “GET MONEY” XZIBIT FT. PROBLEM – “ELEVATOR” BOOSIE BADAZZ – “OFF THE FLAP” SKEPTA – “BULLET FOR A GUN” INDIA ARIE – “STEADY LOVE” ERICA BANKS FT. MICHAEL ARISTOLE – “WANT IT” YFN LUCCI – “MADE FOR IT 2” RIDE LONG – “THE SAME” ASIAN DA BRAT – “TWEAKIN” IDK – “DIGITAL” SKIPPA DA FLIPPA – “FRODOE HAVIN FREESTYLE”

Akon & Anuel AA “Get Money,” Xzibit ft. Problem “Elevator” & More

It’s A Wrap: Princess Love Says She’s Leaving ‘Love & Hip Hop Hollywood’—But What About Ray J?

Source: Paul Archuleta/FilmMagic / Getty Princess Love Leaves #LHHH “Love & Hip Hop Hollywood” will be short at least one person next season. Princess Love has announced her departure from the Mona Scott Young show after five seasons. The wife to Ray J /mother to little Melody Norwood simply wrote on Instagram; “Thank you for all your support over the years but I will no longer be a part of Love and Hip Hop.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Princess Love Norwood (@princesslove) on May 26, 2019 at 4:35pm PDT Princess is focusing on other ventures like her PRELLA Cosmetics. She’s releasing a new “Date Night” eyeshadow palette in the forthcoming days. View this post on Instagram Launching our brand new DATE NIGHT Eyeshadow Palette in 10 days #DATENIGHT #BestNightOfTheWeek A post shared by PRELLA Cosmetics (@prellacosmetics) on May 21, 2019 at 9:44am PDT No word yet on if Ray J will return to “Love & Hip Hop Hollywood” for season 6. Instead of speaking on the show, he’s currently teasing that he’s closing a deal this week in Las Vegas. Mind you he previously closed a 7-figure deal for his Scoot-E-Bikes , so his entrepreneurial ventures have been highly successful. View this post on Instagram Been working on deal for a year now!! Stayed up for days at a time getting work done! That’s why I look hella tired all the time! But It’s about to finally be official this week!! Jus wanna say thank you to my team in Kentucky, Arizona, California and Las Vegas! We’ve work hard to get to this point! Now let’s go get these MMMMs! #WILLIAMRAYLA @bunnyeyez @rayconglobal @itsjonyu @17publicrelations #G450 @kingdorian12 @whoistruth @paysobill7ll @itslabuck @redlionmgmtgroup @themobbgroup #WILLIAMRAYLA #Owner #boss #focused A post shared by Ray J (Raytron Dadon) (@rayj) on May 27, 2019 at 6:46pm PDT Would YOU tune in to #LHHH without Princess and Ray J???

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Man Accused Of Killing Nipsey Hussle Got Into Funk With Neighbor Before Shooting

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Source: Pool / Getty As the case builds against Eric Holder , the man accused of shooting and killing California rapper Nipsey Hussle , it has come out that he may have had a fight with a neighbor prior to the incident. Two women claim Holder allegedly pistol-whipped a man over a botched drug deal. TMZ reports : The L.A. County DA’s Office got the account from 2 women who say a male friend told them he was attacked at his apartment by murder suspect Eric Holder … just an hour before Nipsey’s murder. According to the statements … Holder lived in the same building as the guy and they sometimes hung out and smoked pot. The guy’s story goes like this — Holder showed up at his place around 2 PM on March 31, and he was pissed. He accused the neighbor of selling him weed that was laced with some other drug. They went into the hallway to talk, and according to the statements … Holder was “breathing very heavily and appeared very excited and very agitated.” When Holder got more hostile, the neighbor tried to return to his apartment but was allegedly pistol-whipped in the back of the head. If true, this could help prosecutors looking to throw the book at Holder. — Photo: Getty

Man Accused Of Killing Nipsey Hussle Got Into Funk With Neighbor Before Shooting

Lamar Odom Confesses To Being A Sex Addict, Says He Smashed 2000 Women

Source: Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Sports Awards 2017 held at UCLA’s Pauley Pavilion Featuring: Lamar Odom Where: Los Angeles, California, United States When: 13 Jul 2017 Credit: Adriana M. Barraza/WENN.com Look out Wilt Chamberlain, Lamar Odom ‘s looking to break your famous record of the number of women a pro basketball player’s slept with. Luckily for “The Big Dipper,” Lamar’s still about 18 thousand women from achieving that goal as People  is reporting he’s “only” bedded some two thousand women. People was blessed us with the exclusive excerpt to LO’s upcoming memoir Darkness To Light  in which the NBA Champ with the sweet tooth confesses that he’s a low key sex addict who just can’t seem to get enough of that poontang pie saying, “I have been obsessed with sex for as long as I can remember,” before bluntly stating “I am a sex addict.” To make matters worse, he doesn’t care who served him the goods and ate off the plate of both prostitutes and strippers. The 39-year-old reveals that he has had sex with more than 2,000 women. “There were too many strippers to count,” he writes. “It wasn’t a big deal, but often I would pay them. I never thought less of them.” And yes, this behavior was going on while he was married to Khloe Kardashian and she eventually found out. “I was shocked and embarrassed,” he tells PEOPLE in an exclusive interview. “I wanted to take it back, but you can’t. [I] wanted to hide it. But that sick sin was hard for me to hide … I had a problem.” His sex addiction got him to the point where even porno movies weren’t enough to at least calm his urge for physical contact. “[I] ran out of porn to watch! That’s how you know when you are going a little overboard.” Sheesh! You know how sex crazed you have to be to run out of porn to watch in the digital age? If this was the 80’s or 90’s where VHS and DVDs reigned supreme then that would be somewhat plausible, but in the 2010’s?! We ain’t judging though. Interestingly enough Lamar also blames his addiction to sex for his well documented drug abuse . “Sex was a trigger for me to do drugs,” he tells PEOPLE. “Because you double up on [that] good feeling.” Well, the first step to tackling any problem is to admit you have one so that’s a good thing, but while Lamar says he’s currently drug-free his need for physical relations with women is another thing on it’s own. “I’m still an addict,” he writes in his book. “I still struggle … [But] I will not go into the darkness. Ever again.” We guess 20,000 women is still within reach after all… — Photo: WENN.com

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