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Mike Sorrentino: Making Enemies Behind Bars!

Mike ‘The Situation’ Sorrentino is clearly not a workaholic, so his prison update does not come as a huge surprise. Rather it just assures us that Mike hasn’t lost too much touch with reality and is successfully maintaining his lazy lifestyle from behind bars.  According to InTouch Weekly , a strangely named blogger Larry Noodles says Mike is a “total slacker.” Larry used to be an inmate at the New York prison where Mike is currently chilling confined.  “It doesn’t sound like he’s doing any work,” the blogger has heard from other sources.  “Because he has money he’s able to pay people to do things for him, such as laundry which you can pay someone to do $20-$30 a week, or clean his bunk area.” The Sitch began his 8-month prison sentence for tax fraud on January 15 and it sounds like he’s already got the system figured out.  He seems to have a “pretty comfortable set up going during his stay,” says Larry’s sources. “They treat a wealthy guy differently. Nobody takes care of a short-term guy without money – they want something out of it.” You know, in case they wanna swing by the jail Starbucks for an afternoon tea. “They’re not going to talk to you unless you have the money,” the blogger confirmed.  “You can help someone and then have friends/relatives put money into someone’s commissary deposit.”  However, most inmates appear to be resentful of The Situation’s wealth.  “I know this because they wouldn’t be talking about him to the outside,” Larry says.  “People who talk about other inmates to outsiders are known as “rats” and you don’t really do that unless you don’t like someone. It travels back to the prison and you can get yourself in trouble.” Yikes.  So what does the former reality star do to waste his wretched days away behind bars?  Evidently, he spends it watching TV and working out.  “He had to have made friends to use the gym because every hour is claimed by groups of guys since it’s small,” shared the blogger.  Also adding that “the first month is the roughest. Some new guys get into trouble because it’s an adjustment phase.”  InTouch reported that the star also hired a fellow inmate to be his personal chef .  “Mike has befriended an inmate who happens to be a really good cook,” said Federal Prison Consultant Dan Wise. “He gives the man cash for commissary, and has him buy food for him almost daily.” Laundry, gym use AND personal meals?  Doesn’t sound like a bad “situation” to me.  View Slideshow: Mike Sorrentino in Prison: Star’s Sad Farewell to Freedom, New Life Behind Bars, Conjugal Visit “Situation” Revealed [UPDATED]

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Doggy Style: These Stars Are Obsessed With Their Pets

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Bye Kendu!!! Mary J. Blige Says She’s Done Taking Care Of Broke Boys, Wants A Wealthy Man

Source: Adriana M. Barraza/WENN.com / WENN Mary J. Blige Says She’s Done Taking Care Of Men MJB is taking a stand against men who aren’t monetarily on her level—Kendu Issacs, is that you??? Mary J. Blige recently chatted with DJ Ace on BBC Radio 1 Xtra about a number of topics including her dating life—-or lack thereof. The Queen of Soul wasn’t forthcoming on info about her post-divorce life but she did perk up when Ace asked her what it would take for a man to have a chance with her. According to Mary, at least one thing is absolutely necessary, money, so that she won’t have to “take care” of him. “Well he has to have more money than me, that’s for sure,” she said. “Because I’m not taking care of any more men. I’m not jaded but I’m very careful right now,” she said. “I love my freedom. I love being single right now. I’m in a great place. I’m not in a rush!” BLOOOOOP! Mind you Mary makes a good point. Mary indeed had to take care of her ex-husband Kendu Isaacs after their split. She paid him $30,000 every month in temporary spousal support which he claimed was insufficient to fund his lifestyle considering that her “divorce songs” ruined his reputation. He then asked for $65K and was shut down by a judge. Do YOU think it’s fair that MJB doesn’t want to “take care” of a man?

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Jussie Smollett Will NOT Be Fired From Empire, Producers Claim

Millions have been left confused and outraged by reports that Empire star Jussie Smollett staged an attack , which he then reported as a racist and homophobic hate crime perpetrated by two Trump-supporting white men. While no charges have been filed against the actor yet, his case is set to go before a grand jury as early as this week. Smollett is clearly gearing up for a legal battle, and he’s reportedly hired famed defense attorney Mark Geragos, who’s apparently planning to argue that Smollett is being framed by the Chicago Police Department. Needless to say, Smollett’s got a hard road ahead of him. If the allegations against him prove to be accurate, then the best he can hope for is that he’ll lose his career but retain his freedom. The worst-case scenario for the actor is that he’ll be sent to prison. As new facts emerged about the case, Smollett lost support from several high-profile defenders — but it seems he still has some powerful VIPs in his corner. Earlier this week it was reported that Smollett would be fired from Empire . On Tuesday, those reports were amended, and sources close to the show revealed that Smollett’s role on the show has been dramatically reduced for the season’s final two episodes with the goal of eventually cutting him loose. Today, however, Fox issued a statement revealing that Smollett has not been fired and neither the network nor the producers of Empire have any intention of firing him anytime soon. “Jussie Smollett continues to be a consummate professional on set and as we have previously stated, he is not being written out of the show,” the statement reads. This is surprising news for a number of reasons. With the show’s ratings already declining over the past two seasons, the Smollett scandal could be the nail in the coffin for Empire . While it makes sense that producers would wait until the police investigation to be completed before they would make a final decision on Smollett’s future, it’s puzzling that they would issue any statement at all about his role on the show. We know that for the show’s second-to-last episode of the season, Smollett’s role has been reduced from nine scenes to four. He was also scheduled to perform a song that has now been excised entirely. The move represented a subtle compromise that would allow producers the option to gradually write Smollett out of the series. Today’s announcement is something of a bold move, as it might be interpreted by some as a sign that Smollett has his boss’ wholesale support. View Slideshow: Jussie Smollett: Did He REALLY Stage His Own Attack?! Empire Star Under Investigation [UPDATED]

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21 Savage In First Interview Since ICE Arrest: ‘It Was Definitely Targeted’

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R apper 21 Savage  has become a symbol of harsh immigration laws after he was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials in Atlanta on Feb. 3. The 26-year-old is now speaking out for the first time since the arrest to “Good Morning America.” See Also:  Why 21 Savage Memes Are No Laughing Matter While talking to ABC News’ Linsey Davis, the rapper, whose real name is She’yaa Bin Abraham-Joseph, explained the arrest, “I was just driving. And I just seen guns and blue lights. And, then, I was in the back of a car. And I was gone.” He also said they never told him he was under arrest, “They didn’t say nothing. They just said, ‘We got Savage.’” He added, “It was definitely targeted. There was helicopters.” Rapper 21 Savage tells @ABC News' @LinseyDavis that he was “definitely targeted” by ICE in exclusive interview on @GMA . https://t.co/6hOI6VROMv pic.twitter.com/BUgNTKOmzD — ABC News (@ABC) February 15, 2019 ICE claimed that 21 Savage is a United Kingdom citizen who entered the U.S. legally in July 2005 as a minor. However, he failed to leave the U.S. under the terms of his nonimmigrant visa. Consequently, ICE said his presence in the U.S. has been unlawful since his visa expired in July 2006. When asked if he considers himself to be a Dreamer — a young, undocumented immigrant who came to the U.S. as a child and met the requirements to participate in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program — he replied, “I guess so… I went into first grade here, so I don’t really remember too much. I remember, like, my grandma house, and that’s probably about it. I didn’t really do much there. I’ve been Atlanta probably 20 years, 19 years. I’m from Atlanta, in my eyes.” Savage also described the detention center he was held in, claiming he was in one room all day. “I feel like I done been through so much in my life, like, I learned to embrace the times when I’m down ’cause they always build me up and take me to a new level in life,” he said. “So it’s like even if I’m sitting in a cell on 23-hour lockdown, in my mind, I know what’s gonna come after that. So I’m not happy about it. But I’m accepting of it.” EXCLUSIVE: Grammy-nominated rapper 21 Savage describes fears of deportation to @ABC News' @LinseyDavis in first interview since his release on bond from ICE custody. https://t.co/5nQPAwVp4a pic.twitter.com/MdUasUcmUt — ABC News (@ABC) February 15, 2019 He was released on Wednesday after more than a week in detention. “21 Savage was granted a release on bond,”  Kuck Baxter Immigration LLC posted to its social media channels. “ He won his freedom.” The rapper is reportedly working with, “ICE to both clarify his actual legal standing,” according to his lawyer. However, it is not definite if Savage will be allowed to stay in the country. SEE ALSO: Terry Crews Says Hollywood Is ‘Like A Plantation’ And ‘If This Is The End Of My Career, Just End It’ Why 21 Savage Memes Are No Laughing Matter US Immigration Border Policy Is Literally Killing People [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3440564″ overlay=”true”]

21 Savage In First Interview Since ICE Arrest: ‘It Was Definitely Targeted’

A Lot…Better: 21 Savage’s Aggravated Felony Charge Dropped By ICE

Source: Roy Rochlin/ Stringer / Getty ICE Drops Aggravated Felony Charge Against 21 Savage Good news keeps coming a certain Slaughter Gang rapper’s way. 21 Savage walked out of an ICE detention center today with better news than just his freedom. Buzzfeed News reports that US government attorneys dropped an “aggravated felony” charge as grounds to deport him. The news org adds that ICE attorneys bring civil, rather than criminal, violations of immigration law in immigration court as means to deport immigrants, based on each individual’s background and cite speaking with his attorney Charles Kuck, managing partner of Kuck Baxter Immigration Partners LLC. “I think this case is emblematic of a lot of cases where people are detained for not correct reasons, but they don’t always have resources to fight the system,” Kuck told BuzzFeed. “This case is very emblematic of what happens in immigration court and detention.” 21 is still facing deportation but on the basis that he emigrated from the United Kingdom at the age of 7 and overstayed his visa. Once again, a LOT of good things have happened for 21 ever since Jay Z hired legal representation to assist in 21’s release.  Happy for you 21, we hope you beat this case and can stay in the U.S. where you belong.

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Camille Cosby: FINALLY Divorcing Bill Cosby?!

It’s been over four months since Bill Cosby reported to prison to begin serving a 3-10 year sentence on sexual assault charges. Throughout the lengthy downfall that led to the 81-year-old’s imprisonment, Camille Cosby, Bill’s wife of 55 years, stood by his side. Court reporters were quick to point out, however, that toward the end of Cosby’s trial for the rape of Andrea Constand , the disgraced comic was supported only by his legal team. Insiders now claim that as the evidence mounted, Camille realized that she had been in denial for decades and that Cosby was, in fact, guilty of the horrendous crimes he’d been accused of. Now, Camille is reclaiming her freedom and sending a clear message to her monstrous husband: If you ever get out of that place alive, don’t come looking for me. According to Radar Online, Camille has yet to visit Bill in prison . And sources close to the 74-year-old say she’s soon to deliver a devastating blow by filing for divorce from Bill. “Camille is actively getting advice from several of the top divorce lawyers in the country,” an insider tells Radar Online. “It’s only a matter of time before she files the papers.” The source says Bill was initially in denial about being rejected by Camille. But he began to get the message loud and clear when she refused to visit, answer his phone calls, or in any way acknowledge the couple’s 55th wedding anniversary on January 25. “For every other couple, that would have been a big celebration, but Camille could hardly be bothered to pick up the phone,” the insider says. “She talked to him for four minutes before hanging up. It’s pretty obvious she doesn’t care about him anymore.” And it seems Camille has devised a clever method for dodging Bill’s daily efforts to get in contact with her. “Camille will swim in their pool in the morning right before breakfast, again before lunch and then a third time before bed,” the insider claims. “Those are the exact times that Bill has phone privileges.” And if the rumors about Cosby’s deteriorating mental state are true, then being rejected by Camille could be enough to push him over the edge. Prison sources say Cosby has been roleplaying as Dr. Cliff Huxtable — the character he played on The Cosby Show — and administering medical advice to his fellow inmates. It would be enough to make you feel bad for the poor guy. If, ya know … he were anyone other than Bill Cosby. View Slideshow: Bill Cosby: A Look at His Life Behind Bars

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Black History Month 2019: Oprah Winfrey

Today for  Black History Month 2019 , we are highlighting media mogul  Oprah Winfrey . Source: Frazer Harrison / Getty Birth Date: January 29, 1954 Hometown: Kosciusko, Mississippi Fun Facts:  Oprah is an entrepreneur that started OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network), Harpo Studios, and O Magazine Oprah is the first female Black billionaire in the world Oprah’s real name is actually spelled “Orpah” Oprah attended Tennessee State University Oprah is also an actor, and has starred several movies including Steven Spielberg’s “The Color Purple” Oprah has been with her boyfriend, Stedman Graham, since 1986 Oprah received the Medal of Freedom from former U.S. President Barack Obama and was a big supporter of his campaign We thank you for your contributions  Oprah Winfrey . [ione_media_gallery src=”https://thebeatdfw.com” id=”3111212″ overlay=”true”]

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Pauly D and Vinny Guadagnino Land New Reality Dating Show on MTV

The stars of Jersey Shore: Family Vacation are older and (marginally) wiser than they once were. But does that make them marriage material? Pauly D and Vinny think so — and so does MTV. They’re getting their own dating show. Are you ready for  Double Shot at Love With DJ Pauly D & Vinny ? On Friday, MTV came out with a major announcement. Paul “DJ Pauly D” Delvecchio and Vinny Guadagnino are set to start on their very own dating show. 20 women will compete for the love of these two men, and it sounds … bonkers. It also sounds a little like The Bachelor , but with two leading men who don’t quite fit the usual mold for that role. Double Shot at Love With DJ Pauly D & Vinny  is expected to premiere on MTV later this year. Whether you’re a huge Jersey Shore fan, a sucker for dating shows, or love the absurdity of reality television, this show is for you. Both of the excited new stars took to Instagram to celebrate the breaking news. “Excited to announce Me and my boyfriend @djpaulyd are getting our own crazy reality dating competition show!” Vinny gushed. Vinny predicted: “This is gonna be good …” For his part, Pauly D also shared the story and celebrated. “Oh Yeahhhhh,” he wrote excitedly on Instagram. “Dating Show Yeahhhhhhh!!!!!!” That is the most Jersey Shore text-based celebration that we can imagine. And that, of course, is exactly what prospective viewers will be hoping to see. On Twitter, Pauly D had a little more to say. “A crazy dating competition show,” Pauly tweets. He then asks, rhetorically: “What could go wrong?” Worst case scenario for a show like this is usually people entering a relationship that slowly crumbles as time goes on. There’s nothing inherently wrong with reality television, but couples need to communicate authentically while getting to know each other. Will Pauly and Vinny’s lady loves get to know the real men on camera? No. They’ll meet the famous personas. Getting to know someone takes time. The “best case” scenario for  Double Shot at Love With DJ Pauly D & Vinny  is … complicated. Because it isn’t necessarily that both dudes find women with whom to gym, tan, laundry for the rest of their lives. This isn’t The Bachelor where they can find new dudes for a second season. Vinny and Pauly’s names are right there in the show’s title. But then, the purpose of the show isn’t really to play matchmaker — it’s entertainment. The best ending for season 1 is renewal for season 2, right? That said, let’s take a look at that title a second time. The show is called  Double Shot at Love With DJ Pauly D & Vinny. Though this show is emphatically about women competing to get with the stars, it doesn’t have to always be that. Over time, Vinny and Pauly could transition into new roles. They could act as hosts and, hilariously, as relationship counselors for other contestants. The series could transition from parallels to The Bachelor to parallels to Bachelor in Paradise . Notably, just last summer, Vinny and Pauly D addressed hte idea of the two of them one day being co-bachelors. Speaking to Entertainment Tonight , Pauly exclaimed “I’m down!” “That would be so dope,” he gushed. “I’d be down too,” Vinny agreed. “You never know. Make it happen!.” We wouldn’t care to speculate as to whether the idea for this series came before, or after they fielded that question. View Slideshow: Mike Sorrentino in Prison: Star’s Sad Farewell to Freedom, New Life Behind Bars, Conjugal Visit “Situation” Revealed [UPDATED]

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Pauly D and Vinny Guadagnino Land New Reality Dating Show on MTV

The stars of Jersey Shore: Family Vacation are older and (marginally) wiser than they once were. But does that make them marriage material? Pauly D and Vinny think so — and so does MTV. They’re getting their own dating show. Are you ready for  Double Shot at Love With DJ Pauly D & Vinny ? On Friday, MTV came out with a major announcement. Paul “DJ Pauly D” Delvecchio and Vinny Guadagnino are set to start on their very own dating show. 20 women will compete for the love of these two men, and it sounds … bonkers. It also sounds a little like The Bachelor , but with two leading men who don’t quite fit the usual mold for that role. Double Shot at Love With DJ Pauly D & Vinny  is expected to premiere on MTV later this year. Whether you’re a huge Jersey Shore fan, a sucker for dating shows, or love the absurdity of reality television, this show is for you. Both of the excited new stars took to Instagram to celebrate the breaking news. “Excited to announce Me and my boyfriend @djpaulyd are getting our own crazy reality dating competition show!” Vinny gushed. Vinny predicted: “This is gonna be good …” For his part, Pauly D also shared the story and celebrated. “Oh Yeahhhhh,” he wrote excitedly on Instagram. “Dating Show Yeahhhhhhh!!!!!!” That is the most Jersey Shore text-based celebration that we can imagine. And that, of course, is exactly what prospective viewers will be hoping to see. On Twitter, Pauly D had a little more to say. “A crazy dating competition show,” Pauly tweets. He then asks, rhetorically: “What could go wrong?” Worst case scenario for a show like this is usually people entering a relationship that slowly crumbles as time goes on. There’s nothing inherently wrong with reality television, but couples need to communicate authentically while getting to know each other. Will Pauly and Vinny’s lady loves get to know the real men on camera? No. They’ll meet the famous personas. Getting to know someone takes time. The “best case” scenario for  Double Shot at Love With DJ Pauly D & Vinny  is … complicated. Because it isn’t necessarily that both dudes find women with whom to gym, tan, laundry for the rest of their lives. This isn’t The Bachelor where they can find new dudes for a second season. Vinny and Pauly’s names are right there in the show’s title. But then, the purpose of the show isn’t really to play matchmaker — it’s entertainment. The best ending for season 1 is renewal for season 2, right? That said, let’s take a look at that title a second time. The show is called  Double Shot at Love With DJ Pauly D & Vinny. Though this show is emphatically about women competing to get with the stars, it doesn’t have to always be that. Over time, Vinny and Pauly could transition into new roles. They could act as hosts and, hilariously, as relationship counselors for other contestants. The series could transition from parallels to The Bachelor to parallels to Bachelor in Paradise . Notably, just last summer, Vinny and Pauly D addressed hte idea of the two of them one day being co-bachelors. Speaking to Entertainment Tonight , Pauly exclaimed “I’m down!” “That would be so dope,” he gushed. “I’d be down too,” Vinny agreed. “You never know. Make it happen!.” We wouldn’t care to speculate as to whether the idea for this series came before, or after they fielded that question. View Slideshow: Mike Sorrentino in Prison: Star’s Sad Farewell to Freedom, New Life Behind Bars, Conjugal Visit “Situation” Revealed [UPDATED]

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