Take Your First Look Denzel Washington And Viola Davis’s “Fences” There’s growing anticipation for Denzel Washington’s latest directorial foray, “Fences”, featuring Viola Davis and we now have the first look at the film. Looks pretty intense. You coppin’ a ticket? Image via YouTube
Louisiana Strippers File Lawsuit To Combat Law Prohibiting Dancers Under Age 21 Three strippers in Louisiana are fighting for their rights to be as naked as the wish in pursuit of the paper. According to CBSNews , young WOMEN under 21 years of age who dance in the shaky-butts will no longer be allowed to do something strange for a lil piece of change under a new state law. The lovely ladies have filed a federal lawsuit which states that the new law not only violates their First Amendment rights, but also their right to equal protection under the law. How so? They say the law’s definition of strip club performers as “entertainers whose breasts or buttocks are exposed to view” fails to prohibit the same conduct by men who are between the ages of 18 and 21. Legislators clearly haven’t thought the new law all the way out. Let them tell it, the law is meant “to protect young women”. The ladies, however, tell a different story. The Jane Does also claim that the law is already endangering young woman. One plaintiff says she has witnessed pimps and prostitutes trying to use the new law in a New Orleans strip club to “recruit entertainers who are now lawfully employed, but who will lose their jobs as a result of the Act.” Another plaintiff, identified as an 18-year-old LSU student, says other dancers under 21 have told her they plan to switch to prostitution once they can no longer dance. Despite their common first letter, there is quite a bit of difference between pimpin’, prostitution and “protection”. Image via Shutterstock
Before and after… Gabby Sidibe Poses For Lane Bryant Gabby Sidibe and a hoist of other full figured fashionistas are the faces and bodies of Lane Bryant’s latest campaign. The “Empire” actress whose noticeably shed several pounds is posing in a sheer shirt and a sexy bra for the company’s #ThisBody campaign… “How did you get through the door,” said Gabby in a video for the campaign before demonstrating sassily. “You’re one sexy mama, trying to be my baby?” she later adds. and she’s joined by big bodied bangers Danielle Brooks… and Ashley Graham. Gabby’s recently flaunted her weight loss on the streets of New York… and while filming Bravo’s “Watch What Happens Live.” For context, this was Gabby before. Looking GOOD Gabb!!! Hit the flip for more Gabby and Lane Bryant’s #ThisBody campaign. Splash News, Lane Bryant
This Balotelli’s old fiance, Fanny Neguesha, who we’ve been reporting on since 2013. You know we first to the spot, my dude. Shout out to ilpvideo… I fxcks with them dudes.
Take A Virtual Tour Of Viola Davis $5.7 Million Toluca Lake Mansion Viola Davis works hard for what she’s got and she’s clearly enjoying the fruits of her labor. According to Realtor , the “How To Get Away With Murder” star just recently copped herself a $5.7 Million pad that is fit for someone of her regal stature. The European-influenced home measures roughly 7,500 square feet and includes five bedrooms and eight bathrooms. It rests on nearly a half-acre and is fronted by a stacked-stone walkway, covered porch, and fountain. The home’s huge, center-island kitchen features gray cabinetry and white and gray marble counters. In fact, gray in varying hues is the color scheme used throughout the house, including in the sunken family room, living room, and media room. The main floor opens onto an entertainment patio with built-in barbecue and saltwater swimming pool. Davis, 51, is a Juilliard School graduate and an award winner for her work on stage, screen, and TV. She’s won Tonys for her Broadway work, including in 2010 for Best Actress in a Play for her role in the revival of “Fences.” Flip the page to see more of how Viola is living these days… Image via Shooting LA/AKM-GSI
Whoopi Confirms She’s Leaving ‘The View’ After all the rumors and speculation , it looks like it really is a wrap for Whoopi Goldberg on The View . The show moderator confirmed to Wendy Williams that she’s over it at this point…and while she thinks the show is great, it’s time for her to move on and achieve some of her other goals. (Whoopi talks about the show at the 1:17 mark) “Because I have to go and grow,” Whoopi told the audience and Wendy. “I’ve got stuff to do! I’ve got movies I need to direct, I’ve got books I gotta need to finish. This was great and I love doing it. It’s been a while. They’re in their 20th season. They’ve been here for a while. They did this without me. I’ve been here for half of it but not all of it.” We wonder which way the show will head without Whoopi there to help reign Raven in. Will you be watching??? ABC/WENN
Pharrell Williams’ Wife Helen Lasichanh Pregnant With Second Child Awesome news for Pharrell Williams’ family — he and wife Helen Lasichanh are having another baby! The singing producer and his wife showcased her baby bump Thursday night while attending a Chanel dinner for their new fragrance No 5 L’Eau and PEOPLE confirmed the news Friday. Williams married model/designer Lasichanh in October 2013 and the couple have a seven and a half-year-old son Rocket Ayer. “In the same way the Indians named their children after a force or animal or element, we named him after a man-made machine that was meant to go up, meant to ascend,” Williams told Oprah Winfrey of his son during a 2014 interview. That’s a great explanation. We’re definitely excited for more news on this pregnancy and baby. Big congratulations to Pharrell and Helen!
Samuel L. Jackson Doesn’t Care About Brad Pitt And Angelina Jolie Divorce Just mind your damn business, muthaf***a! Sam Jackson is the man. Always and forever. Image via Getty/WENN
Child Protective Services Investigates Chris Brown’s Home Nia Guzman is very vocal about her stance that Chris Brown’s home is no place for their daughter Royalty to be raised — even if only part-time. Now, with groupie parties turning into SWAT-standoffs and dramatic arrests on the property…she’s decided to get Child Protective Services involved in the issue. Apparently Chris has the baby with him at home at the moment…so child services is looking to pop in and see if things at the home are up to their standards. Via TMZ : Chris Brown’s getting a visit from police and child services as part of the investigation into the alleged gun incident at his house … TMZ has learned. Law enforcement sources tell us DCFS went to Chris’ house Thursday afternoon to check on his daughter Royalty’s well-being. We’re told the 2-year-old is at the house right now. LAPD is accompanying the DCFS investigator. Our sources connected to Chris tell us they believe Nia Guzman — Royalty’s mother — filed a complaint against him after Baylee Curran claimed Brown pulled a gun on her. As of 3:25 PST, Chris refused to speak with investigators. In fact, we’re told he wouldn’t even let LAPD or the DCFS rep enter his security gate. Naturally, #TeamBreezy doesn’t want to hear about his baby mama doubting him or the safety of his home for any reason whatsoever and are running riots through her mentions and dragging her name to the hellmouth. To that, Nia only has THIS to say… Well, child services doesn’t exactly go away just because you don’t open the door once. It’ll be interesting to see how this goes… Instagram