Source: Roy Rochlin / Getty Black Ink Crew Chicago’s Ryan Henry Talks Tattooing On Dark Skin Ryan Henry isn’t just one of the stars of Black Ink Crew Chicago , he’s a widely respected tattoo artist who specializes in working on darker skin. The reality star joined the people over at Inked to talks about the difference between tattooing on light and dark skin, what techniques he uses to make tattoos on dark skin pop, and more. Check out the video down below to hear Ryan drop some gems about his techniques:
Source: Prince Williams / Getty The Breakfast Club: Monica Opens Up About Shannon Brown Divorce Monica Brown is speaking openly for the first time about her divorce from Shannon Brown in a recent TBC interview. Seems like the singer is in a much better place, although she does admit it’s still difficult. Previously, she has admitted to friend Toya Wright that she had been staying in a hotel to gather her thoughts when news of her divorce first broke. “We were married almost nine years, and I think life changes really got the best of both of us at times. I take accountability for what my part is. I am a very outspoken woman. Tt is what it is. Divorce has not been easy. Everywhere I go, it’s the first thing that comes up. One thing about me is, I’m gonna respect him to the death, ’cause he didn’t do anything, per se. I don’t hate him.” Hear Monica addressing her divorce at the 9:36 mark.
Earlier this week, we reported on the surprising news that the reality star who was introduced to the world as Honey Boo Boo has started high school . Now, it seems 13-year-old Alana Thompson might be growing up even faster than we thought — and not in a good way. New footage obtained by TMZ shows Alana pretending to snort cocaine and viciously fighting with her older sister Lauryn “Pumpkin” Shannon. The clip starts off in shocking fashion with Alana yelling at 19-year-old Lauryn. “Tell me what’s f–king next right now!” the reality star shouts. She then picks up a knife and begins miming the act of cutting a line of coke. “OK, guys we’re gonna have to cut off the camera really quick, ’cause I have to do something,” Alana says before mimicking the act of snorting a line. Her appalled sister can be heard shouting at her from off-camera. “Alana, quit f–king doing … don’t even f–king mimic that on f–king live!” Lauryn yells. “Acting like a f–king idiot on live, that’s why you don’t go live on your f–king Instagram.” Alana’s “joke” comes at an interesting time, as her mother, June Shannon, is currently battling addiction . The situation has become so dire that Alana has refused to move back in with her mother until she breaks up with her allegedly abusive boyfriend, Geno Doak. Currently, the newly-minted high school freshman lives with Lauryn, her husband, and her infant daughter. As many fans have pointed out, this may have been Alana’s way of lashing out and shaming June for her behavior. Or she might just be mimicking the sort of behavior she’s witnessed first hand. The family recently held a failed intervention for June , which — like many of her recent troubles — was documented for her WeTV series Mama June: From Not to Hot. Allegations about Shannon’s behavior have become increasingly troubling with recent reports indicating that June has been stealing money from Alana . Insiders say June’s daughters are appalled by her behavior and have essentially cut ties. We’ll have further updates on this developing situation as more information becomes available. View Slideshow: June Shannon: Living Out of Vile Hotel Rooms with Crazy BF Geno After Crack Arrest!?
Source: The Damage Report / Damage Report David Dennis Jr. Appears On “The Damage Report”, Talks Trump’s White Supremacy One of our esteemed editors recently took their talents to a top daily news show. David Dennis Jr. recently appeared on “The Damage Report” (again!) to eloquently explain to Brooke Thomas and Jayar Jackson how Trump’s coddled and comforted his white supremacist fanbase and will use that in the 2020 election. “What Donald Trump has succeeded in doing is making white power and white supremacy the most important thing going on in Washington. He has fed his base, and that is a win for him,” said Dennis. WATCH: “What Donald Trump has succeeded in doing is making white power and white supremacy the most important thing going on in Washington. He has fed his base, and that is a win for him.” – @DavidDTSS on intensifying racism in the White House pic.twitter.com/b3w6c4xhUu — The Damage Report (@TheDamageReport) August 1, 2019 Not only that, Dennis talked about the black child that was recently charged with assault during a dodgeball game and those absolutely unsurprising racist comments that Reagan made that recently resurfaced. “This is the Ronald Reagan that we all knew. This recording has taken some people by surprise, but for black folks in this country, it’s not surprising at all.” See more David Dennis on “The Damage Report” on the flip.
Source: First We Feast / First We Feast Idris Elba Stops By Hot Ones To Take On The Wings Of Death Actor, director, writer, producer, and DJ Idris Elba is the latest celeb to stop by for an episode of Hot Ones. The star discusses everything like recording the intro for Jay-Z’s American Gangster , meeting Diddy for the first time at 18 years old, why he didn’t reveal he was British when auditioning for his iconic role in The Wire , and how hosting the Met Gala was his peak level of fame. Peep the episode down below to see how the self-proclaimed “Hottest Hot One” handles his spice:
It’s been about four months since Jinger Duggar moved to LA , and it seems the city is beginning to leave its mark on the most rebellious Duggar daughter. Fashion has always been one of Jinger’s preferred modes of expression — she is, after all, the first Duggar woman of her generation to wear pants in public — and it seems she’s keeping the tradition alive by splurging on expensive threads. Several fans have noted that the always-stylish Jinger seems to be forever finding new fashion inspirations on the West Coast. And this week, she made what many consider to be her boldest fashion statement since she first donned a pair of Levi’s in violation of the strict Duggar dress code . Jinger posted the photo below earlier this week, and it’s attracted attention for two distinct reasons. For starters, this is the pic that clued fans into the fact that Jana is currently visiting Jinger in LA . (Jana posted a similar coffee-gram with the same tiled floor in the background, and fans instantly pieced it together because Duggar obsessives are a different breed.) But the biggest commotion had to do with the fact Jinger is rocking some seriously stylish shoes. There’s been no confirmation with regard to the designer, but fans seem convinced that Jinge is sporting a pair of Guccis. “Those look like Gucci shoes. Priiiiceey!!!” one follower commented. “I have Gucci shoes like these. I love them,” another remarked. Many fans praised Jinge for treating herself, living her best life, etc., with one commenting simply, “Good for you!” Now, if the masses are correct and Jinger is dressing her feet in Gucci, then she probably dropped nearly a thousand dollars in order to do so. So yeah, priiiiceey! is right. But Jinger might suffer consequences for her the purchase that go well beyond her monthly credit card statement. As you probably know, the Duggars are advocates for ” modest attire .” Typically, this means women covering just about every inch of their skin aside from their faces and hands. But the family is also not big on lavish displays of wealth. It’s an ironic stance, considering Jim Bob has devoted his life to the acquisition of wealth, but that’s how it is. Jim Bob makes the rules and his daughters follow them — and one of the rules at the moment is “dress like you’re poor.” There have already been rumors that Jim Bob and Michelle have disowned Jinger , though to be fair, those reports seem to be based on nothing other than the fact that they have yet to visit her in LA. It may not seem like much, but considering how much time and money the Duggars have to devote to their family, it’s a pretty big snub. And we’re guessing Jim Bob isn’t particularly thrilled with his daughter’s newfound taste for the finer things. View Slideshow: Jinger Duggar Shares Adorable Pics of Her “Little Family,” Melts Fans’ Hearts
It’s been five months since the college admissions bribery scandal first made headlines. But much to the chagrin of the many wealthy families ensnared in the FBI’s Operation Varsity Blues sting, the story is a subject of national fascination. Fairly or otherwise, former Full House actress Lori Loughlin has become the face of the controversy. Unlike the other high-profile figures who were (allegedly) caught rigging the admissions process in favor of their children, Loughlin has refused a plea deal and will soon stand trial. Legal experts say it’s likely that Loughlin will serve time in prison, a fate she likely could have avoided by striking a deal with prosecutors. The actress clearly believes standing trial is worth the risk, and insiders say she’s desperate to clear her name. Lori’s daughters, Bella and Olivia Giannulli have both dropped out of USC as a result of the scandal Sources close to the sisters say their uncertain about their future at the school, but would like to re-enroll at some point. However, a recent development might have convinced the Giannulli girls that they would be better off seeking their education elsewhere. According to a new report from Us Weekly Olivia and Bella have been kicked out of their sorority as a result of their role in the scandal. “Olivia and Bella were both in Kappa Kappa Gamma and the sorority has since kicked them out and is trying to distance themselves from the situation as much as possible,” the source explains. The insider adds that the sisters are taking it “day by day” and are closer than ever as a result of the scandal. “This has strengthened their bond more than anything possibly could,” the source claims. Olivia was a popular influencer on Instagram prior to her mother’s arrest, and it seems she experienced a more immediate form of devastation than her sister: Olivia’s world came crashing down quicker in terms of getting dumped and losing all of her business, but this all unfolded slower for Bella and it’s been more emotionally devastating.” A source for Kappa Kappa Gamma disputes Us Weekly’s claim and insists that Bella is still a member and Olivia never was: “The story regarding these two individuals is false,” a statement from the sorority reads. ” Bella Giannulli remains an active member of the Delta Tau chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma.” “Olivia Jade did not complete the membership process.” So perhaps the sisters are clear to enroll in classes after all — though they may want to wait and see how their mother’s criminal trial plays out.
Even if you didn’t watch Hannah Brown’s Bachelorette season finale , there’s still a good chance that you heard about all the insanity that unfolded. If you didn’t, here’s a very brief rundown of what happened: In short, Jed Wyatt proposed to Hannah Brown , she accepted, and then all hell broke loose. Hannah broke up with her new fiance after learning that Wyatt had a girlfriend waiting at home while he was filming. So Brown figured it all out before she made the colossal mistake of marrying Wyatt and she even got some semblance of a happy ending when her runner-up, Tyler Cameron, agreed to go on a date with her. But what about the woman Jed was cheating on? After all, Haley Stevens came forward to expose Wyatt at great personal risk. If Jed had been a better liar, it’s possible that no one would have believed her, and she might have become a national laughingstock. Instead, she saved Hannah from making a life-changing mistake. Now, Brown has a message for Stevens that’s likely to be music to the ears of irate Bachelorette fans: I’m better than d-bag Jed, and so are you! “I hope that she knows what she’s worth and what she deserves, and learned a lot through her relationship just like I learned a lot through mine,” Hannah tells People magazine in a candid new interview. As for what her own future holds, Hannah described it in the endearingly roundabout fashion she’s become known for: “I do feel like this was in my plan, and even though I sometimes don’t understand why I had to go through some of the pain that I’ve been through the past few months,” she tells People . “I learned a lot, and had to really look at some of my patterns right with my own eyes and make the decision that would be really hard for anybody to end what you thought was going to be forever, but I learned so much about who I am and what I define as love, and love myself and know my worth,” Hannah continues. “it was really, I think, a huge moment for me to be able to step away from that relationship, and know my strength from that, so I think it was all supposed to be in this way.” As for whether or not she would ever try being Bachelorette again (given that her season was kind of a dud), Hannah says she’s done seeking love on camera — for the time being. “That is a little soon for me to even think about,” she tells People. “I want to be a normal—as normal as I can actually be—person and just really continue to process the crazy ride that I was just on, but I will always be thankful for having this opportunity and will love my Bachelor family. But as far as that, I can’t really think about that just yet.” If anyone’s entitled to another go-round, it’s Hannah. We just hope she’ll adjust her douche detector and get a little bit better at weeding out the Jeds and the Luke P’s first. View Slideshow: The Bachelorette Spoilers: How Will it End? Who Will Hannah Pick?!
More big news from the world of Lisa Vanderpump’s sexy unique restaurant! Just weeks after Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright tied the knot , another Vanderpump Rules couple has announced that they’re getting ready to exchange vows. Yes, after just over a year of dating, Stassi Schroeder and Beau Clark are engaged. The waitress-turned-bestselling author shared the news on Instagram Wednesday night. “OMG. I feel like Meghan Markle,” she captioned the above pic. Proving that he understands her macabre sensibilities completely, Beau proposed to Stassi at the famed Hollywood Forever Cemetery. No word yet on whether or not a camera crew was on hand for the big moment, but considering Beau had the good sense to propose during Vanderpump ‘s shooting season, it’s a safe bet that the proposal will be televised. Stassi has seen plenty of ups and downs over the course of her love life, but it seems she knew Beau was the one from the very start. “I don’t feel badly about shouting it from the rooftops because y’all, I’ve been through like 15 years of s— boyfriends, so now that I have a good one and I’m fine to brag about it,’ Schroeder recently told People magazine. “We sometimes share moisturizer,” Stassi added. “He put one in my purse today because he has eczema and I have psoriasis, so that’s something we bonded over,” As the first “nice guy” Stassi has dated, Beau instantly won over Vanderpump viewers with his gentle good humor and soft-spoken demeanor. Basically, he’s the opposite of Jax Taylor, whom Stassi dated during the show’s first two seasons. The couple has seen some ups and downs in their time together, but now, in a refreshing change of pace, it’s Stassi who does most of the f–king up. On social media, Stassi’s co-stars were quick to offer their congratulations: “I have cried twice and haven’t even seen you yet!!!!!!!” wrote Katie Maloney. “Wooo hoooooo,” Brittany Cartwright commented. “Congratulations guys!!!!!!!! So happy for you!!!” It’s a year full of big steps forward for the Vanderpump crew. In addition to Jax and Brittany’s wedding, Katie Maloney and Tom Schwartz got married for a second time after learning that their first wedding was not legally binding. On a recent episode of her podcast, Stassi and Beau discussed possible wedding plans. “I feel like we’re not gonna get along, like you said I’m not allowed to … I want to walk down the aisle [to] a haunted horror version of ‘Here Comes the Bride,’” Schroeder said. “Yeah, no,” Beau replied. Usually, wedding planning can make for pretty dull reality TV, but this time — we might be into it. Congrats to the happy couple! View Slideshow: 37 Classic Vanderpump Rules Moments in GIFs
