Black folks want reality show love too! Over the years, one of the most commonly asked questions about “ The Bachelor ” has been why are there not more African-American men and women on the show. If you believe a new lawsuit that has been filed, then the responsible parties may well be the people working behind the scenes at the popular reality show. Via TMZ reports : “The Bachelor” and “The Bachelorette” are about to get a thorny rose — in the form of a lawsuit. We’re told the 2 plaintiffs — both African Americans — went to a Nashville hotel to audition for the role of bachelor. Christopher Johnson — an aspiring NFL player — claims when he arrived a producer asked him what he was doing there. Johnson and the other plaintiff, Nathaniel Claybrooks, both say they were taken to the side of the room and left out of the normal audition process. Neither was called back, and they believe it’s because of their race. They will be filing a class action lawsuit in federal court Wednesday AM. We’re told ABC, Warner Horizon Television, Next Entertainment, NZK Productions and creator Mike Fleiss, will all be sued. Do you think the lack of minority representation on the show has been because of racism? More On Bossip! Mariah Carey And Nick Cannon Bring “Dem Babies” Roc & Roe On Playdate With Alicia Keys And Swizzy’s Son Egypt Hoy En Mi Gente News: Happy Birthday Selena Quintanilla Perez! (April 16, 1971 – March 31, 1995) Bald And The…Beautiful? Did These Celebrities Look Better Or Worse Without Their Hair? PDA With The Parentals: Jay-Z And BeyBey Coupled Up For Knicks Game And Dinner Date
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Because Winehouse did not leave a will, the money will go to her parents. By Gil Kaufman Amy Winehouse Photo: Marc Broussely/ Redferns Amy Winehouse did not prepare a will before she died on July 23 in her London apartment. But records show that the 27-year-old singer did leave behind a nearly $5 million fortune. According to the Associated Press , Winehouse’s estate, worth approximately $4.66 million, will go to her parents. Probate documents revealed on Wednesday showed that Winehouse left assets totaling more than $6.7 million, with $4.66 remaining after taxes and debts. Winehouse’s father, Mitch, is listed as the administrator of her estate and nothing will go to her ex-husband, Blake Fielder-Civil, whom she divorced in 2009 after a tumultuous courtship that landed the couple in the tabloids, and jail, on numerous occasions. The singer passed last summer from accidental alcohol poisoning after years of struggling with drug and alcohol issues. In March it was announced that the charity established by Mitch Winehouse in his daughter’s honor, the Amy Winehouse Foundation , would fund a new performing arts scholarship. The grant will pay tuition for a child to attend the Sylvia Young Theatre School, where Amy trained as a teenager. A posthumous album of Winehouse’s final studio recordings, Lioness: Hidden Treasures , was released in December. Related Videos Amy Winehouse Remembered VMA 2011: Amy Winehouse Tribute Related Photos Amy Winehouse: A Life In Photos Related Artists Amy Winehouse
‘There were so many people that still believed in me and supported me, that’s when I realized I really want to do this,’ Han says. By Kelly Marino Heejun Han Photo: MTV News LOS ANGELES — The “American Idol” top nine took the stage once again Wednesday night hoping to avoid yet another elimination by singing their hearts out … and did they ever. Taking on songs by their own personal idols, the two-hour broadcast was filled with tearful moments, five standing ovations and, in Mr. Randy “In It to Win It” Jackson’s words, strong contenders for the title. Heejun Han may have made the biggest surprise comeback after being blasted last week by Jimmy Iovine and Steven Tyler for not taking the show seriously. Not to mention his leaving half of America scratching their heads as to why he was still in the competition after his goofball antics. This week it was obvious Han had a wake-up call as he took to the stage with a sincere rendition of Donny Hathaway’s “A Song for You,” ultimately bringing the judges to their feet. “What I can tell you at this point,” Han explained backstage after the show, “is that when someone doesn’t believe in himself and at that point someone said, ‘You don’t belong here. I’m not going to sign you. You’re not going to win,’ then my automatic reaction has to be ‘I know. I don’t want this.’ I never actually believed in myself anymore and even before. But from last week there were so many people that still believed in me and supported me, that’s when I realized I really want to do this. I’m not going to let anyone down anymore and that was a turning point.” And speaking of turning points, let’s not forget “Idol” contestant DeAndre Brackensick, who was also one of the five performers to get a standing ovation from the judges after being in last week’s bottom three. Taking on Eric Benet’s “Sometimes I Cry,” Brackensick even had J.Lo begging the audience to pick up their phones and vote. So, with some finalists back on the “Idol” radar while other’s outshined their own performances from the week before, who will America vote for to stay in the competition? Will this be yet another shocking results week, bringing the final nine down to eight, or will the judges finally be forced to use their one and only save for this week’s stellar performances? “No matter who is in the bottom three tomorrow [Thursday] night, they are going to be shockers because there were five standing ovations,” Colton Dixon, who sang himself to tears opening the show with Lifehouse’s “Everything,” explained. “Tonight was a great night for ‘American Idol.’ It was for every single one of us. We all left everything we had on the table and on the stage.” “I definitely think [Thursday] night will be shocking,” added Joshua Ledet, who brought the house down once again singing Mariah Carey’s version of “Without You.” “Honestly, I think everyone was so great tonight that the judges might use their save tomorrow because it would be crazy if they didn’t.” “It’s gonna be hard for us because, you know, when you get a standing ovation, it doesn’t necessarily mean you are gonna go pass through,” Han said. “It’s not really a matter of who’s on bottom three, but it’s really a matter of who’s going home and who’s gonna stay. At this point, I’m really happy with what I did, and if I were to go home, then this is the happiest moment where I can go.” Get your “Idol” fix on MTV News’ “American Idol” page , where you’ll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions.
Damn it must feel good to be a Bieber! Justin Bieber Is Close To Buying L.A. Dream Mansion According to TMZ reports : 18-year-old Justin Bieber won’t be able to enjoy his L.A. dream mansion to the fullest — at least for the next three years — because one of its coolest amenities … is strictly for the 21+ crowd. As we previously reported, Bieber has put an offer on a 9,000 sq. ft. Calabasas estate way outside Hollywood — and among its awesome features … a fabulous wine cellar. Bieber won’t be able to avail himself of the cellar’s services — unless he plans to store Pepsi down there — but he WILL be able to enjoy the 6-bdrm mansion’s GIANT outdoor pool, spa, sauna, separate guest house, and private movie theater. As for the real selling point — the Calabasas community where the house is located is a veritable anti-paparazzi fortress … with several highly-guarded security gates. The community is also home to Travis Barker, NFL star Keyshawn Johnson, and Master P’s son Romeo. This sounds like party central when it comes to neighbors! Hit the flip to see pics of Justin’s soon-to-be-digs Images via MLS
Mariah Carey’s Hottest Looks, Flings In case you didn’t notice, it’s MiMi’s birthday ! It’s a celebration, b***es! We already showed you her best songs and now it’s time to take it back to her past flings and her best looks. No wonder Nick Cannon feels so lucky. Without further ado, Mariah Carey, this is your liiiiiiife!
Mariah Carey Celebrates 42nd Birthday It’s all about Lambs, Rainbows, Glitter, Butterflies, and Trinkets today people!! Your girl Mariah Carey has turned the big 4-2 today and in honor of that we’re posting 10 of our Facebook fans’ favorite MiMi songs!! Peep game and make sure you “Friend” us on Facebook !!
Mariah Carey turns 42 years old today, but don’t bother getting the artist any gifts. She’s already received the best present of all: these adorable twins . The singer also has a reason to smile these days because husband Nick Cannon is on the mend following a health scare centered around a case of mild kidney failure. These two really do make a cute, happy couple. What does the professional future hold for Mariah? It’s unclear, although she’s one of many big names rumored for season two of The X Factor . She’d undoubtedly be a major draw. For now, though, she’s pretty much a full-time mother, one who is sitting at home and waiting for your birthday wishes. Also celebrating birthdays today: Jessie J (24), Brenda Song (24), Fergie (37), Nathan Fillion (41) and Quentin Tarantino (49).
The X Factor carousel has stopped spinning on Fergie. At this exact moment, at least. This member of The Black Eyed Peas is reportedly the latest big name under consideration by Simon Cowell and company , as sources tell Life & Style “there have been some conversations” between the singer and producers, but: “It’s in the early stages.” Other possibilities for the judging panel – which we know will include Cowell and L.A. Reid – reportedly include Mariah Carey, Beyonce and Britney Spears. George Clooney’s girlfriend, Stacey Keibler, is supposedly a candidate for one of the two hosting gigs available. If nothing else, the massive layoffs of Steve Jones, Nicole Scherzinger and Paula Abdul have certainly kept The X Factor in the news.
