On this week’s episode of State of the Culture, Joe, Jinx, Remy and Scottie weigh in on the Drake Drama that ensued on Joe’s other show , Arianna’s broken engagement, and what Lebron’s LA is looking like. Johnny Nunez/WireImage/YouTube/REVOLT
Beats 1/Apple Music Studio Launch In NYC Apple Music’s free livestream Beats 1 celebrated the launch of its brand new studios in Union Square in NYC last week. Beats 1’s global On-Air talent came together for a special Live broadcast , joined by Swizz Beatz, Busta Rhymes, French Montana, Joyner Lucas, Diana Gordon, Abir, Teyana Taylor, Nina Sky, and many more. If you missed it, you can listen On Demand with an Apple Music subscription at apple.co/B1_Ebro. Ebro Darden seemed particularly excited about the new location launch: “We have three amazing locations now in LA, London, and now New York City. I want this space to represent the sound and energy of New York, and how multicultural this city is.” Peep more pics from the launch event below! Photos courtesy of Beats 1/Apple Music
Getty Images/Elizabeth Fernandez Best DIY Halloween Makeup Inspiration If you need a little Halloween inspiration , these youtube makeup artists have it for you! We’re just days away from the terrorfying fun — so maybe instead of buying an expensive get up, your makeup draw can get you all the way together? From a classic Devil to the avant-garde, these inspiring Halloween makeup looks will stun you. See the gallery of some of the best DIY Halloween makeup looks to try this year after the flip.
(Photo by Ray Tamarra/Getty Images) We Love It: Bianca Golden Transitions Into A Teaching Career We love a beautiful, warmhearted teacher bae and we’re happy to see this former top model transition into a career in educating kiddies! Remember Bianca Golden? She appeared on cycle 9 of Tyra Banks’ hit reality contest. The model made headlines a decade ago for having a shady ( maybe race-related) altercation with irrelevant actress Nikki Blonsk y. The whole ordeal brought Bianca to tears on Tyra’s talk show . Welp, since then Biance has been putting herself and her education first. And now some lucky children are able to call her Ms. Golden… Not only has Bianca has been minding her P’s & Q’s, but she’s inspiring followers with her career change. Bianca says, “my entire life can be described in one sentence: It didn’t go as planned, and that’s ok.” While representing for her alma mater Lincoln University, Bianca uses empowering messages on social media that evoke pride in being Black and educated. “YOUNG BLACK EDUCATOR . A melanated person that empowers Or liberates; also known as a counselor, advocate, parent, liaison, supporter, coach and mentor.” Super dope! Hit the flip to see more of Bianca, and what she has to share about her dope new teaching career.
Male heirs are kind of a big deal in the history of the British crown. In fact, you could say past members of the royal family have been known to really lose their heads over the matter. But those days are long gone, and in the 21st century, beheadings are reserved for serious offenses such as wearing an ascot that clashes with the tablecloth at high tea. We kid the Royals because we love them. And we especially love Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, who are infinitely more fun and interesting than their contemporaries within the Windsor clan. (Yes, we’re looking at you, Will and Kate!) As you’ve likely heard by now, Meghan is pregnant with her first child. And, as is always the case with palace pregnancies, British tabloids and amateur royal watchers alike are desperate for any scrap of new information that might come their way. Sources say Meghan just entered her second trimester, and the Royals tend to be quite secretive about matters such as this. So it might be quite some time before we learn anything new regarding the baby’s name or gender. But at least now we know whether Harry is hoping for a son or a daughter — and his answer says a lot about how things have changed in the royal family of the 21st century. Harry and Meghan are on their first royal tour at the moment, and they spent the weekend in Sydney, Australia. According to US Weekly , the couple was spotted strolling near the city’s famous opera house on Sunday. Witnesses say a passerby shouted to Harry, “I hope it’s a girl.” Harry reportedly paused for a moment before turning and replying, “So do I.” So there you have it. The Duke of Sussex is hoping for a daughter. No word yet on whether Meghan is hoping for a girl or a boy, but insiders say she’s been so ecstatic lately it’s impossible to imagine her being disappointed with either outcome. As for the royal moniker, sources say Harry and Meghan “have a long list of names” to choose from. In the end, though, they’ll probably go with something boring like Anne or Thomas. They’re still royalty, after all. View Slideshow: Meghan Markle Baby Bump Watch: Is She Showing Yet?
Image via Tibrina Hobson/Getty Images/Paras Griffin/Getty Image T.I.’s Melania Trump Lookalike Calls Police After Death Threat Looks like T.I.’s lil’ porn-y promo stunt is putting the object of his revenge affection in the line of fire. According to TMZ , the Melania Trump lookalike who appeared in T.I.’s oval office seduction, Melanie Marden (how crazy is THAT for the government name of a Melania Trump doppelganger?), has contacted the local police in fear for her life. Melanie says that she received a text to her personal cell phone from someone who has allegedly hired a hitman to murder her. Marden went to the West Hollywood Sheriff’s Station to file a report, after the text said that a tracking device would be placed on her car and recording devices put in her home. Melanie says she’s doesn’t regret accepting the role and that she’s largely dismissed the daily death threats she’s gotten via social media. She says she took this threat more seriously because of the nature of the text in addition to the fact that the unknown person had her personal contact info. Damn, hope Tip is at least giving her some type of support in dealing with all this. See more risque Melanie on the flip.
Image via The Breakfast Club/iHeart Media/YouTube Angela Rye Talks Midterm Election On The Breakfast Club Our political analyst bae Angela Rye is back at The Breakfast Club to share her knowledge with the masses about the upcoming midterm election. She also talks Kanye West and Donald Trump’s lastest oval office catastrophe. You better have your a$$ at the polls on November 6! NO EXCUSES!
Hennessy Carolina Is Bae There’s been a lot of talk in the last few months over the fact that Cardi B has been killing the high fashion game, going from Paris Fashion Week to NY Fashion Week all the way in her bag. It’s been quite the glo up from her Love & Hip-Hop days and even more from her early viral skripper days. Here’s the thing: Hennessy, Cardi’s sister, has been out here right beside her glowing up like it’s going out of style. She’s been rocking the flyest high fashion and keeping her face beat as hell. Plus, her body is as tight and right as ever. So let’s take some time to acknowledge Hennessy’s glo up right along with Cardi’s. Peep game.
Photo by Prince Williams/WireImage Big Boi’s Son Commits To Playing For The University Of Oregon Daddy Fat Sax was the proudest papa in the world on Friday, when The OutKast rapper’s son Cross Patton verbally committed to play running back for the University of Oregon. It all went down at a ceremony at his high school Woodward Academy. Of course, Big Boi was in the building to see the big announcement go down. Cross offered a brief monologue before revealing his choice while standing in front of his football team. “I just want to thank my family: mom and my dad, coach Davis, my football team,” he started. “With that being said, I want to announce that I committed to the University of Oregon.” Cross gets mobbed by his teammates all smiling and dancing, and it’s an absolutely endearing moment. The original ATLien posted footage and photos of the commitment ceremony on his Instagram page, showing off just how proud he is of his superstar son. He captioned one photo of his son wearing a Ducks uniform, “Congrats Son ! We are so proud of u ! #18 @crosspatton Keep Pushing , The world is yours ! Thanks to All the Coaches and @realcoachttmp #TmpMafia #GoDucks.” Cross is not rated by recruiting services. He reportedly fielded offers from FCS programs including Columbia and Butler and had interest from other bigger schools including Georgia Tech and Florida State University. And this wasn’t the only time Big Boi showed off his son’s football chops, either. If you follow the rapper on Instagram, you know that he attends every game–sometimes even bringing along Andre 3000–and is always in the stands cheering his son on. Peep the video of Cross’ commitment announcement below. Congrats to the whole Patton fam!