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Jesus Take The Wheel: North Carolina Grandmother Found Dead In Her Wrecked Car 3 Days After It Was Towed Away!

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

That’s awful, but thank God they found her. Grandmother In North Carolina Found Dead In Her Wrecked Car 3 Day After It Was Towed Via ABC The family of a North Carolina grandmother whose body was found inside her wrecked car three days after it was towed said today they believe she would still be alive if a state trooper had noticed her. Carolyn Ann Watkins, 62, was found dead inside her 2000 Pontiac at a towing lot on Monday. “There was not much swelling and stuff like that, so we think she was living in that vehicle,” Patricia Parker, Watkins’ daughter-in-law, told ABCNews.com. State Trooper M.D. Williams found Watkins’ car Friday morning in a ditch near Smithfield, a town 30 miles southeast of Raleigh. Wow… Dustin’s Towing was called to the scene to remove the vehicle from the ditch and keep it for storage. Parker said the family was never notified about the crash and contacted the Smithfield Police Department on Monday when Watkins did not show up for work. The grandmother of four was found dead inside her car at the tow yard later that day, Parker said. R.I.P. Ms. Carolyn Ann Watkins. Image via ABC

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Janelle Monae Tells ESSENCE She Doesn’t Have To Show Skin And Wants To Show Girls There’s “Another Way”

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Janelle Monae and her beautiful grill just landed the cover of ESSENCE Magazine ! Here’s what readers can expect from the cover story: Janelle Monáe is no ordinary artist. She lives, breathes and dreams of being true to herself, inspiring young women and, of course, imagining interplanetary escapades. ESSENCE Contributing Writer Lola Ogunnaike visits the singer’s quirky Wondaland studio and discovers the beauty and brilliance of her world. Monáe is also slated to perform on the Mainstage during the ESSENCE Festival, held July 4th weekend in New Orleans. And here’s an interesting quote from the story: “Showing my skin is not what makes me s3xy. I like skirts and dresses just like everyone else, but I had a message I needed to put out there. It was up to me to show people and young girls there was another way…”— Janelle Monáe Oooh we like! Sounds like she is trying to balance out all the Rihannas of the world.

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Janelle Monae Tells ESSENCE She Doesn’t Have To Show Skin And Wants To Show Girls There’s “Another Way”

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Janelle Monae and her beautiful grill just landed the cover of ESSENCE Magazine ! Here’s what readers can expect from the cover story: Janelle Monáe is no ordinary artist. She lives, breathes and dreams of being true to herself, inspiring young women and, of course, imagining interplanetary escapades. ESSENCE Contributing Writer Lola Ogunnaike visits the singer’s quirky Wondaland studio and discovers the beauty and brilliance of her world. Monáe is also slated to perform on the Mainstage during the ESSENCE Festival, held July 4th weekend in New Orleans. And here’s an interesting quote from the story: “Showing my skin is not what makes me s3xy. I like skirts and dresses just like everyone else, but I had a message I needed to put out there. It was up to me to show people and young girls there was another way…”— Janelle Monáe Oooh we like! Sounds like she is trying to balance out all the Rihannas of the world.

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Quote Of The Day: A$AP Rocky Speaks To Alexander Wang For Interview Magazine On Fashion And “The Gay Thing”

Posted on March 24, 2013 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

A$AP Rocky bares his soul and gold grill for Interview Magazine …. According to NyDailyNews: A$AP Rocky, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, is taking opportunity to tell readers of the April issue of Interview how he feels about ‘the gay thing.’ “Fashion was a natural thing to me,” A$AP Rocky tells designer Alexander Wang in April’s issue of Interview magazine. “It was just one of those things that helped me be an individual … and it helped me get the attention that most people try to get with publicity stunts or by doing other crazy things.” “For instance, one big issue in hip-hop is the gay thing. It’s 2013, and it’s a shame that, to this day, that topic still gets people all excited. It’s crazy. And it makes me upset that this topic even matters when it comes to hip-hop, because it makes it seem like everybody in hip-hop is small-minded or stupid — and that’s not the case. “We’ve got people like Jay-Z. We’ve got people like Kanye. We’ve got people like me. We’re all prime examples of people who don’t think like that. I treat everybody equal, and so I want to be sure that my listeners and my followers do the same if they’re gonna represent me. And if I’m gonna represent them, then I also want to do it in a good way.” Hit the flip to peep a couple more shots from Rocky’s shoot…

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A “Lil Positvity”: Murders In Chicago Are Down 26% Compared To This Same Time Last Year

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

See what locking up Chief Keef can do for a city? Chicago Murders Down 26% From Last Year Via NBCChicago After Chicago’s murder rate made national headlines last year, the city’s police superintendent announced murders are down 26 percent. That’s compared to where the city was this time last year when murders shot up in the first quarter. Shooting incidents are down 19 percent year over year, Supt. Garry McCarthy said. He said the majority of that can be traced back to guns and violence, which police are trying new tactics to combat. In the past month, narcotics officers on the West Side have done a number of undercover drug buys with a focus on “that H” and crack. One buy ended with 15 gang members in custody and the other led to the arrest of a dozen. The store where the second investigation led to a bust has since been shut down, and McCarthy said that should serve as a warning to other Chicago businesses. “It’s real simple,” McCarthy said. “If you’re engaged in it, you’re going to lose your business. If you’re engaged in facilitating or tolerating these behaviors, you’re going to lose your licenses and we’re going to go after your business.” In the first 10 weeks of 2013, McCarthy said Chicago police took 3,100 guns off the streets. Congratualations to Supt McCarthy and the Chi-town police department. Now we know you all can be as crooked as the day is long, so we hope that these numbers are a true reflection of a decrease in crime and not some math trick that makes it appear that you are actually doing a good job. Image via Shutterstock

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Race Matters: Actress Michelle Williams Accused Of Racism Over Native American Get Up On Magazine Cover

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Another day, another racist “Indian costume” … Michelle Williams Native American Style On AnOther Magazine Cover Deemed Offensive Hollyweird actress Michelle Williams is in hot water over her altered appearance on the cover of a British magazine. Via DailyMail reports : Michelle Williams has been accused of racism after appearing to dress as a Native American on a magazine cover. The actress donned a series of eye-catching outfits for British magazine AnOther, including one showing her in long braids, beads and with a feather in her hair. The cover went viral as blogs labelled it ‘offensive’, ‘racist’ and ‘sterotypical’ and demanded an apology. New York based online magazine Refinery29 slated the cover, stating: ‘We can’t believe how offensive Michelle Williams’ latest cover is.’ ‘They added super-long, thick, black extensions and braided them — and darkened her eyebrows,’ they wrote. ‘Then there’s the makeup. ‘The photo is in black-and-white, so you can’t tell for sure if they’ve altered her normally fair skin, but there is some definite contouring around the nose and the cheekbones that not only makes her look nearly unrecognizable, but also appears to mimic the stark relief of facial features often seen in early portraits of Native American women. ‘The same mimicry applies her stoic, unsmiling pose – also a typical trope in that particular genre and period of art history.’ The Huffington Post also waded into the debate, writing: ‘While not everyone might be offended, there have been all too many instances of fashion professionals ruffling feathers with ill-conceived Native American-inspired projects.’ A publicist for the 32-year-old did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The actress is not the first to accidentally offend the Native American community. Victoria’s Secret was forced to apologize after dressing model Karlie Kloss in a feathered headress and face paint as she strutted down the runway in her underwear at their show last year. Do you find the cover offensive? Do you think Hollywood and the media should stop attempting to recreate “Native American” themes and costumes for people who do not have indigenous roots? Or do you think people are overreacting this time around?

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Cover Girl Swag: Kim Porter Covers Runway Magazine And Talks Modeling, Making Money And Co-parenting With Daddy Diddy

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Dear Cassie: Bet ya can’t do it like me, nope… Kim Porter Covers Runway Magazine Mommy-banger and Diddy babymama times four Kim Porter is getting back to what she knows on the cover of the latest issue of Runway Magazine. The brown-skinned bombshell is flossing her bangin’ bawwwdy and talking that talk about mommyhood, modeling and co-parenting with her ex Bad Boy bossman Diddy. You can check out a glimpse of what to expect from the sit down below and peep the entire interview in RUNWAY magazine when it hits shelves on April 4th. via Runway A master of modernism, Kim Porter is an inspiration to moms, models and women everywhere. Born in Columbus, Georgia, Porter quickly realized she was too big for this small town, packed her bags and moved to New York City at the sweet, tender age of 16 with a modeling contract at Elite Model Management. It wasn’t long before she was jet-setting world-wide working with power-house designers like Versace in high fashion hot spots like Milan and Paris. Utilizing her witty business sense cultivated in her since she was young and a core set of Southern family values, Kim proved herself to be both conscientious and vivacious in her approach, accomplishing a superior modeling career working on major campaigns for Tommy Hilfiger, Sean Jean and Pantene as well as gracing the pages of Glamour, Essence, Cosmopolitan and Elle just to name a few. Kim Porter now part model, part mom, part mega-star is the epitome of a woman who can do it all, and do it perfectly. This woman has a ferocious ability to not only take on the entertainment industry but completely re-define it, operating by a higher calling. Inspired by the things she loves most in this world, her children and her family, Kim has successfully set new standards by infusing her passion to keep it real into every single little thing she puts her finger on giving it the golden touch. With a new children’s clothing line coming out soon, running her own business and a home with music mogul Sean Diddy Combs, I’m surprised she even had time to sit down with me, to say the least even sit down at all because she she’s too busy making magic and blazing trails for moms everywhere. Sounds like Kim could teach concubine Cassie a thing or two about the modeling business….

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Shook Ones: King Bey Tells VOGUE “I’m Still Completely Nervous,” Reveals How Blue Ivy Changed Her Life And Says She Doesn’t Read Your Stanky Comments!!!

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

In this edition of Look-At-Me-Bey getting “deep and stuff” for the press… King Beybootylicious and BFFs Kelly Rowland and Gwyneth Paltrow talk to VOGUE about her greatest fears and anxieties, the wonders of Blue Ivy and how she tackles challenges and handles haters at the same dayumm time! We’ve got lots of pictures and quotes via Vogue : Beyoncé’s latest solo album, which Beyoncé, ever the perfectionist, is still tinkering with at this moment. “I’m going to be tweaking,” she says, smiling. “I still have things to figure out.” It is a return to the spotlight that feels less like a cautious reentry than a fusillade of shock and awe. Beyoncé will be in your life like she’s never been before, her music and visage and essence practically dropping down the chimney and seeping up through the floorboards. The scrutiny will be intense, and Beyoncé admits she is still capable of anxiety—those feelings never go away. “I’m still completely nervous,” she says. “I still feel pressure.” Bey, nervous? No way! How can she possibly be nervous when she has a publicist who will go to any length to sweep any unflattering photo or spin any mistake into another moment of perfection? Hit the flip for more.

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In White Folks News: Kate Upton And Her Tig Ol’ Bitties Are Front And Center On New Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue

Posted on February 9, 2013 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

We know the brothas like her , guess SI does too Kate Upton Covers New Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition Via NYPost Top model Kate Upton has done the unthinkable and landed the prestigious Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover two years in a row. The curvy beauty is shown posing for the 50th anniversary issue topless on a boat in Antarctica, covered only by a white fur-lined parka and white bikini bottoms. Sports Illustrated had hoped to announce Upton’s big coup on CBS’s “Late Show With David Letterman” on Monday. But after Page Six was sent a leaked copy of the cover yesterday, the magazine confirmed that Upton was indeed their cover star. By clinching the 2013 honor — and the 50th anniversary issue — Upton solidifies her status as one of the world’s top models. It is the first time since 1988 that a model has won consecutive covers. Elle Macpherson was featured three years running, from 1986. Last year, Upton made men swoon when she appeared on the SI swimsuit issue wearing the skimpiest of bikinis over her voluptuous curves. Congrats Kate, now shake dem thangs for us one time! Image via Sports Illustrated

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Olivia Pope Diaries: Kerry Washington Covers Ebony Magazine And Says She Would Have Passed On ‘Scandal’ If The President On The Show Were Black

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Kerry was worried that we would all think Barry O was smashin’ her Hollyweird cakes to smithereens in real life… Kerry Washington Says She’s Glad The ‘Scandal’ President Isn’t Black Black Hollyweird A-lister Kerry Washington is layered up in leather and showing some skin on the cover of the March 2013 issue of Ebony Magazine. In the issue, the superfly ‘Scandal’ leading lady dishes on her role as Olivia Pope and feeling relieved that her creepin’ Presidential co-star wasn’t black. Kerry tells Ebony  : “I was a little concerned because [the character has] a scandalous relationship with the [occupant of the] White House,” the actress said. “I thought, ‘If the president on the show is Black, I will not do the show.’ Because to me, it was too important a moment. I didn’t want to do anything that compromised my relationship with the [president] or that made it seem like I had an insider view on the Obama presidency. I thought that would be so disrespectful and so against all the work that I had done.” Hmmm. Could you imagine ‘Scandal’ being the same with a black President ? Would you still watch?

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