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FACT OF THE DAY: Jennifer Hudson Had A Record Deal Before “Idol”

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

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Words By Adisa Banjoko Before landing her career changing slot on “American Idol”, R&B star Jennifer Hudson had a 5-year recording contract with Righteous Records. It is said that Righteous Records put Jennifer through a rigorous year of charm school, physical fitness and live performance training before releasing her from her contract so that she could take part in the third season of “American Idol”, where she finished in seventh place. Explore Jennifer Hudson ‘s Home Town Hudson credits her Grandmother as her inspiration in her 2007 Best Supporting Actress Oscar acceptance speech.“She was my biggest  inspiration, she had the passion but never had the chance and that is what pushed me forward.” In January 2012, Hudson released her autobiography   I Got This , but many critics were shocked to find the much publicized murder of her brother; mother and nephew were not mentioned in the book. Hudson is now most famous for her weight watchers ad where she credits the program for losing more than 85lbs. Watch Jennifer Hudson’s audition from the third season of “American Idol”! RELATED POSTS: FACT OF THE DAY: Nas Was Born In Brooklyn FACT OF THE DAY: Common Was A Bookworm At FAMU 25 Artists That Need To Be Heard: Nyemiah Supreme [VIDEO]

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Madonna’s Super Bowl Show: Halftime Fumbles

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Queen of Pop slips and M.I.A. flashes the bird during performance. By James Dinh Nicki Minaj, Madonna and M.I.A. perform at Super Bowl XLVI Photo: Jeff Kravitz/ FilmMagic During the 13 minutes Madonna took over Super Bowl XLVI for her highly anticipated halftime show, there were plenty of surprise cameos, high-tech stage lights and, of course, some of the biggest classics in pop music. But even though the Queen of Pop’s glitzy show Sunday night (February 5) appeared to run smoothly, the over-the-top theatrics might have shadowed some of the fumbles. Take a look at the list of onstage slip-ups MTV News caught during the pop performer’s set. Madonna’s Almost Fall(s) It was only a few minutes into the show, but Madonna lost her balance and almost fell as she jumped around the flashing bleachers with her dancers during her performance of “Music.” She also teetered a few minutes later while getting up after getting down with LMFAO . Fortunately, the singer found her ground and demonstrated how a professional handles a little performance slipup, continuing without missing a beat. M.I.A.’s Finger Flash Madonna wouldn’t be Madonna without even a little controversy, but this time, it wasn’t even her fault. During the performance of the pop titan’s new single, “Give Me All Your Luvin,” M.I.A. and Nicki Minaj appeared as sideline cheerleaders to spit their rap contribution to the pop gem. Known for her rebellious attitude, M.I.A. flashed her middle finger for a split second that has already fueled headlines all over the Internet. Backing Track While Madge is getting lots of love from celebrities, there are many who are criticizing the Queen of Pop for what appears to be a mostly backing-track performance. However, lip-synching isn’t unfamiliar territory for the Super Bowl. Back in 2009, the championship game’s producer Ricky Minor told the Associated Press that he requested Jennifer Hudson lip-synch her rendition of the national anthem to limit the chances of possible mistakes. Did you catch any other fumbles during Madge’s performance? Tell us below! Related Photos Super Bowl XLVI Performances: Madonna And Kelly Clarkson Related Artists Madonna Nicki Minaj Lmfao M.I.A.

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Romney Tax Return Shows Guy is Really Rich, Pays Low Rate

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Mitt Romney’s tax return was finally released today as his campaign bowed to political pressure and released hundreds of pages of tax documents. What did we learn? That he’s really rich and pays a really low rate on capital gains. Basically, while the Republican presidential candidate’s tax returns offers glimpses into his sprawling investments, both in the U.S. and abroad, they don’t tell voters much we didn’t already know or assume was true about the former Bain Capital CEO. Romney had an effective federal income tax rate in 2010 of 13.9 percent, paying about $3 million in taxes on an adjusted gross income of $21.6 million. The vast majority came from stocks, mutual funds and other investments, typically taxed a rate of 15 percent – significantly lower than normal income. Of course, this is the case because the money Romney invested was, theoretically, earned via his success and already taxed at higher rates once before. Rather than making that defense, however, Romney has been evasive about his taxes for weeks, potentially reflected in Saturday’s S.C. primary results . Both rates are much lower than the rates paid by either President Obama or Newt Gingrich, Romney’s GOP rival who released his tax returns last week. The President earned $1,728,096 in 2010 and paid $453,770 (26.3%) in taxes. Newt earned $3,142,066 that year and was taxed $994,708 (31.7%). The figures certainly won’t help Romney make the case that he understands and fights for the issues of ordinary Americans – not his strong suit as it is. Nevertheless, he’s better off being transparent going forward and trying to use his wealth as a positive, rather than a hindrance due to his own shiftiness. That is, if he can answer anything without focus grouping it.

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THG Presents: The Top 10 Celebrity Offspring Singers!

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Did you hear? Jane Carrey , daughter of beloved actor Jim Carrey, received a golden ticket to Hollywood on American Idol this week. But the 24-year old still has a long way to go until she’s considered one of the premiere celebrity offspring singers. That’s right, there are a number of famous artists with similarly famous parents. We count them down below… Jane Carrey American Idol Audition 10 . Hank Williams Jr. – Son of Hank Williams Sr. Loses points for being a narrow-minded moron . 9. Lisa Marie Presley – Daughter of Elvis Presley. Never responsible for any major hits. But her kiss of Michael Jackson at the 1994 MTV Video Music Awards was sort of a musical moment that will last forever. 8. Natalie Cole – Daughter of Nat King Cole. Who will ever forget the digitally-recorded, aptly-titled duet between father and child, “Unforgettable?” 7. Robin Thicke – Son of Alan Thicke. Has written songs for Jennifer Hudson, Usher and Mary J. Blige. Impressive! 6. Willow Smith – Daughter of Will and Jada Smith. Hasn’t accomplished a great deal since whipping her hair all around , but is only 11. Still has time. 5. Jane Carrey – Daughter of Jim Carrey. Will move up a lot higher if she wins American Idol . 4. Jordin Sparks – Daughter of former NFL star Phillipi Sparks. Idol champion. Super Bowl national anthem singer. Broadway actress. 3. Chynna Phillips – Daughter of John Phillips. Would not even had made this list a year ago. But did you see Bridesmaids ?!? A surprise top three entrant. 2. Liza Minnelli – Daughter of Judy Garland. Veteran of the song and stage industry, has won an Oscar, Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award. Also, recurred on Arrested Development . 1. Miley Cyrus. Daughter of Billy Ray Cyrus. No Oscar, Emmy, Grammy or Tony Award. But advanced to the finals of our first-ever tournament of THG . WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE FAMOUS OFFSPRING SINGER?

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Al Green Says President Obama Nailed “Let’s Stay Together” [VIDEO]

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

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As we previously reported, during a fundraising stop at Harlem’s historic Apollo Theater, President Barack Obama wowed the crowd with a brief rendition of Al Green’s classic, “Let’s Stay Together.” The legendary soul singer and reverend, who was in the audience, told TMZ that the Commander-In-Chief was “terrific” and “he nailed it.” What do you think? Can the President sing? RELATED POSTS: President Obama Sings Al Green’s “Let’s Stay Together” At The Apollo! [VIDEO] Beyonce Tries To Get President Obama Re-Elected Will Smith Spotted With President Barack Obama Jennifer Hudson Sings “Happy Birthday” To Barack Obama [VIDEO]

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Jennifer Hudson Gave David Otunga An Engagment Ring?

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

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Did Jennifer Hudson pull a Chrissy and give her fiance David Otunga an engagement ring? Jen recently revealed that she bought David an engagement ring at his insistence. Jen said: “He proposed to me on my birthday and he would complain that he didn’t have an engagement ring. He would say, ‘You have a ring, but how are they going to know I’m taken?’” “So I had a ring made and then I gave it to him as his birthday gift on his birthday and the way that I gave it to him was like, ‘Now will you marry me!’ So I kind of proposed to him too. ” Hudson and Otunga welcomed their first child together in August 2009, son David Daniel Otunga Jr. The happy couple plans to wed sometime this year, but are tight-lipped about the date. Jennifer Hudson Sets Wedding Date, Reveals Her Dress Will Be “A Show” Jennifer Hudson: “I Did Not Turn Down ‘Precious’ Because Of Weight Gain”

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Get Your Life Together: Is Jennifer Hudson Getting Fed Up With Her Suspect Boo’s Fugazi Wrestling Career??

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

She might have lost some weight, but J-Hud is still the heavyweight champion of her relationship! According to the “gospel” of the National Enquirer : JENNIFER HUDSON’s romance with pro wrestler DAVID OTUNGA could go down for the count if he refuses to change careers, say sources. The 30-year-old “Dreamgirls” star should be on top of the world with a new mansion, beautiful baby boy and svelte new figure. But she’s said to be devastated that Otunga, a Harvard-educated lawyer, won’t give up his career in the wacky world of professional wrestling. “It’s really hurting their romance and their life together,” revealed an insider. Muscular David had landed a coveted position at a prestigious law firm, “but now he’s having too much fun as a wrestler,” added the source. “Jennifer wants him to have a career in a serious profession rather than the circus world of pro wrestling. But he told her he can always go back to being an attorney. Right now he’s in great physical shape and loves what he’s doing. “So they are at a crisis point in the relationship.” SMH @ David, let us find out he’s keeping his wrestling “career” and not signing a prenup so he can collect JHud’s hard-earned stacks if they get divorced. More On Bossip! Setting The Record Straight…Again: The Craziest Rumors That Have Come Out Since Blue Ivy’s Birth EXCLUSIVE: Is This The Sidepiece That Almost Made Evelyn Walk Away From Her New Hustle Ochocinco??? Who’s Real? The Most Hated Reality Show Stars Of All Time Don’t Mess With My Man! Famous Women That Will Fight For And Stick Up For Their Boo Thangs

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Ashley Tisdale Pictures…. That’s Pretty Much It

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Honestly, who really gives a crap about Ashley Tisdale ? I must be the only one. Here she is out the other day spending a little of the money she made doing….. I don’t know how she made her money, but she’s out spending it so who cares. Anyhow, she’s in a skirt and sweater combination looking a little less mousy than she normally does. I’ve got nothing. Just watch the video of her in a bikini. Enjoy.

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Jennifer Hudson Drops Some Cleavage

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Now that Jennifer Hudson has lost all that fat chick weight eating nothing but mail-order food, delicious, she’s decided that it might be a good idea to at least attempt to drop some cleavage. Here she is at some party in her mustard colored dress showing off what her momma gave her. Or at least half of what her momma gave her, the other half is in some sort of Weight Watchers laboratory somewhere. Still works.

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Rob Lowe to Replace Regis Philbin on Live?

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Regis Philbin’s replacement on ABC could be Rob Lowe, reports say. Lowe just finished a two-day stint guest hosting with Kelly Ripa and an ABC source says the top network brass “loved the chemistry between them.” Network executives have spoken with Lowe’s reps about making it a permanent gig, but Lowe, who stars on Parks and Recreation , is non-committal. There’s a big surprise. One of the more itinerant actors around, Lowe has departed in the middle of numerous programs’ runs in pursuit of other projects. Rob was just asked by TMZ whether he’s moving to New York. He said: “We were just talking about that. I love New York. I love the energy. It would be a change of pace. I’m a California boy, but it could be fun.” Thoughts? Rob Lowe replacing Regis Philbin …

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