Source: Adrienne Raquel for ESSENCE / Essence Magazine Jackie Aina Covers ESSENCE Godiva GAWDESS Jackie Aina can add a new title to her resume; ESSENCE cover star. Aina who’s already been named the NAACP’s YouTuber of the Year brought her brand to the pages of the women’s mage for their June digital issue . Inside the influencer who boasts over 3 million YouTube subscribers and 1.2 million Instagram followers is speaking on something she’s especially passionate about, inclusivity in the beauty world. “I just feel like you can tell when something feels right and when something is not quite there just yet.” And one thing the outspoken beauty guru would never want to portray to her online community is inauthenticity. Because no matter her success working within the mainstream beauty market, Aina won’t be quieting down anytime soon—far from it. “If anything, I’m just going to keep being more vocal because I have a little more leeway now. I’m just going to keep strong-arming this conversation,” she says.” Jackie also hinted that she’s got something “big” in this works—maybe her own beauty brand? “I want to have merchandise. I just want to be in every lane,” she reveals. TV hosting is also an option, with red carpet reporting a dream of hers.” View this post on Instagram Dipped in glitter, laden with beauty, and covered in melanin. @jackieaina has arrived . Tap the in bio for more on our new digital cover. ( : @adrienneraquel) A post shared by ESSENCE (@essence) on Jun 5, 2019 at 11:01am PDT Slaaaaaaay Jackie! See more of this gorgeous Godiva gawdess in ESSENCE on the flip. Credits: Photography – Adrienne Raquel @adrienneraquel Hair – Stephen Hudson @sevenknows Makeup – Danessa Myricks @danessa_myricks Manicure – Gracie J @theeditorialnail Writer – Marjon Carlos @marjon_carlos Global Beauty Director – Julee Wilson @missjulee Fashion Director/Stylist – Marielle Bobo @mariellebobo Art Director – Rashida Morgan @inrashidasworld
Source: Payday Records / Payday Records Every since coming home Meek Mill ’s been going hard trying to make criminal justice reform a major issue while putting the spotlight on other social-political issues that effect all people in the struggle. Continuing his crusade for the culture, Meek Mill highlights all aspects of growing up in the hood in his clip to “Oodles O’Noodles Babies” including children cooking up their own $1 meals from the bodega and how an 8×10 prison cell can drive a man mad. Speaking of highlighting the hood life, DJ Premier links up with Westside Gunn, Conway and Benny The Butcher in the clip to “Headlines” where they hold court on the block where gritty and gully isn’t just a feeling, it’s a lifestyle. Check out the rest of today’s drops including work from Rich The Kid, Major Lazer featuring Skip Marley, and more. MEEK MILL – “OODLES O’NOODLES BABIES” DJ PREMIER FT. WESTSIDE GUNN, CONWAY & BENNY THE BUTCHER – “HEADLINES” RICH THE KID – “RACKS TODAY” MAJOR LAZER FT. SKIP MARLEY – “CAN’T TAKE IT FROM ME” SALAAM REMI & JOELL ORTIZ – “SHAKE DAT JE’LLO” MARLON CRAFT – “GANG SH*T” LOCKSMITH – “ON GOD”
Source: Aleksandr Zubkov / Getty Ever heard of a performer with the stage name Chad Focus? If your is answer is no then get prepared to hear all about him and his grand master scammer escapades. Complex is reporting that a man named Chad Arrington was doing the most in an effort to get his musical career off the ground. According to a report by Pitchfork the Baltimore resident was taking full advantage of his employer’s credit card . Court records show that the SEO specialist charged numerous expenses including purchasing recording equipment, high profile billboard advertisements, radio promotions services, false social media followers and more. His illegal efforts pushed his song “Dance With Me” into the Billboard’s Top Dance Club Songs list though. The bizarre and enormous Times Square billboard for CHAD FOCUS, “#1 ARTIST IN THE WORLD” pic.twitter.com/aa9sx1piJG — Alex Weinberg (@_alexweinberg) October 17, 2018 Chad Focus was able to cover up his unauthorized spending with the help of four other conspirators at the unnamed company. The crew apparently forged American Express statements, signatures and other bookkeeping items. On May 29 Arrington was indicted by a federal grand jury for alleged conspiracy, wire fraud, and aggravated identity theft to the tune of four million dollars. He faces 20 years in federal prison if convicted on all counts. You can check out some of his music below so you can see why he had to pay for streams. View this post on Instagram June 8th Live Billboard 100 Chad Focus @iamchadarrington @yeadeee & Special Guest Friends + Live 20+ Unsigned Performance & Pre Fashion Showcase 7pm – 11pm @ MYERS PAVILION 4300 W. Bay Ave. 21225 || TIX: $25 GA | $ $40 PIT | $75 VIP ALL ACCESS @Eventbrite | $25 Turf GA Passes & $75 Vip Bands At Ticket Locations: @EutawBoutique 846 Eutaw St. 21201 | @unikstyle (Security Mall) | @Bmore_Studio23 (210 Redwood St. 21202) | Get Your Phone Fix! @phoneboss_repairs (Mobile) !! For More Info Contact @Coachbay_ 443.469.2928 or @iamchadarrington #FocusMusicGroup | @DeeWyte_ | Canvasmusicfestival.eventbrite.com || Sponsors: @hoodrespect | @baltimorepartylife @lor_bonez_tyso @ticketbay_ @blockboyzradio @phoneboss_repairs @chefd.will & @litculturebrand # #LockIn #Spring2019 #Baltimore #Concerts #Festivity #CanvasMusicFestival #CANVAS19 #Canvasfest #Baltimore Bmore #Rappers #FashionShow #Fest #MusicFestival #HipHop #RNB #Unsignedartist #Rappers #CANVAS19 A post shared by Chad “Focus” Arrington (@iamchadarrington) on Jun 3, 2019 at 9:10am PDT Photo:
Ashley Martson may still love Jay Smith on some level, but their marriage is over. It's for the best. He cheated on her — using Tinder right after their wedding, and again later during their marriage. And based upon what Ashley has said on social media, that may just be the tip of the iceberg. But she has, on screen and on social media, expressed a lot of anger towards the women who were on the receiving end of Jay's extramarital affections. Now, Ashley has wisened up. She's no longer crusading against “homewreckers.” In a new post, Ashley declares one of Jay's alleged “other women” as being innocent. 1. Ashley is laying the blame where it belongs We’ve seen Ashley, on social media and on screen, express her fury at Jay’s mistresses. In a new Instagram Story, Ashley tells her fans that she no longer feels that way. 2. Ashley and Jay are over On April 15, Ashley took to Instagram to accuse Jay of having screwed up yet again … and to gloat about his likely deportation. 3. They broke up Larissa didn’t announce, technically, that she and Jay had split. Larissa did it for her. 4. Who was Ashley to deny it? Real talk: we’re not sure if that’s usually a safe way to get around an NDA, but fans still have enough questions about Jay’s cheating to keep watching the show to find out what happened. 5. Jay cheated again Ashley didn’t just insinuate it on social media — she put it there, in writing, on page 5 of her divorce filing. 6. Ashley’s fury didn’t just extend to Jay After the word was out, she took aim at his alleged mistress, accusing her of being a homewrecker. That is, of course, not a thing — Jay could be accused of it, but a third party cannot be blamed for the end of their marriage. View Slideshow
Tori Roloff has achieved a major milestone. Being pregnant with her second child ? Nah, whatever. There are literally millions of people pregnant with their second child right now. (JUST KIDDING! We love Tori and her husband, Zach, and we are so so so so so so very happy for them right now.) But the long-time Little People, Big World star accomplished something impressive of late aside from having her egg fertilized by Zach’s sperm: She has garnered over one million Instagram followers! That’s the sort of figure typically reserved for a singer… or an athlete… or a lingerie model… or a Kardashian/Jenner. However, Tori has surpassed it by basically just being a very nice, very normal person with one adorable son. “One. Million. Followers,” Roloff wrote to open her caption to the first photo shared above. She continued: “What in the world? You guys. This is honestly such an honor. It has been such a fun ride sharing just a little part of my life with all of you. “The love and support I have felt from you guys on my journey has been overwhelming and wonderful.” Roloff had previously talked about her goal with social media, writing back in March of 2018 that she wanted to be a positive influence on this platform. “I am just a normal woman,” Tori wrote back then, adding: “There’s nothing extraordinary about me. I live my life the way i believe God wants me to and I just try to be a good person. I am so thankful I can share my story with my followers and I pray that my social media is a place to bring light into someone else’s life. “That being said I see how social media can quickly become such a dark and scary place. I don’t want that here.” No? What does she want her followers to experience? “I choose to laugh and be silly and not take things so seriously because I love life and I love having fun in life,” she wrote as her message. “I hope you all see that and maybe even practice that on your own social media outlets… “My goal here is to continue to make people laugh and show everyone I’m just a normal girl who got thrown into extraordinary circumstances and you better believe I’m not going to waste a damn moment.” This strategy appears to have worked. Roloff has gained about 400,000 followers since posting the above words. And she’s grateful for each and every last one of them. “I feel like social media can sometimes be a scary place but I’ve tried to keep mine uplifting and fun and I hope you guys feel that,” she wrote on Tuesday, concluding: “Thanks for joining me on this ride and being a part of my story. Even though- lets be real- y’all are here for Jackson.” Compared to her first pregnancy, Tori also said she’s getting bigger over a shorter period of time: “Also- belly why you gotta grow so fast the second time around?” Tori and Zach broke their huge baby news back on May 13, stating at the time: “We are so excited to announce that Jackson is going to be a big brother! We can not wait to meet our sweet baby girl!” Yup, it’s gonna be a girl. And Tori is due in November. We cannot wait to see the photos, and to see how many new followers Roloff gains once she has a pair of precious offspring to show off. View Slideshow: Tori and Zach Roloff: Secrets of the Little People, Big World Stars’ Private Lives
Source: Marcus Ingram / Getty It’s not a secret that Dennis McKinley and Porsha Williams‘ relationship is on the rocks, but McKinley is denying that any of their problems are a result of infidelity. See, it all started when YouTuber Tasha K accused the 38-year-old of having an affair with “WAGS Atlanta” star Sincerely Ward . According to Page Six , the RHOA reality star and his rep claim he’s never met Ward and they plan to take legal action. “These false and slanderous allegations against me are made solely to damage my reputation, jeopardize my ongoing businesses, and negatively impact my family,” McKinley said. “My attempts to ignore this slander have only empowered Latasha Kebe (aka Tasha K.) to create more false accusations. I am currently taking legal action — and am currently being represented by Michael T. Sterling of Dreyer Sterling, LLC.” McKinley’s lawyer added, “I handle legal matters in the court of law, not the court of public opinion and I will take whatever appropriate measures I can to defend Dennis’ good name.” Ward also swears this rumor is a bold-faced lie and that she wouldn’t get involved with type of “trash.” “I literally have absolutely no clue [how this rumor started]. I just noticed maybe a couple days ago, like weird ghost accounts started coming after me or saying, ‘I’m happy for you and Dennis’ and some weird stuff,’” she told Page Six. “Number one, I know Porsha and I respect Porsha and I would never be involved in this kind of trash. Number two, I’ve never met this guy a day in my life … I don’t know how my name got thrown into it.” Here are some pics of Ward: View this post on Instagram #FBF to #atlantacarnival2019 last week with my little cousin Millie and Mz Shyneka! We had a blast!! Except you guys are really taking this #pickupsomethinganything and run with it song a little too far!! I couldn’t believe when this guy picked me up and ran through the carnival with me my fav carnival tune is #Toast by @originalkoffee right now, what’s yours? Next up- #Caribana in #Toronto ! #SincerelyWard #TheadventuresofSincerely #socamusic #socalovers #trinidadcarnival #trini2dbone #trinidadcarnival2019 #jetbroker #luxurytravel #atlantacarnival #carnival A post shared by Sincerely Ward (@sincerelyw) on May 31, 2019 at 1:57pm PDT View this post on Instagram Hi! It’s #FreshFaceFriday & I’m Feeling good feeling great, how are you? Super excited for 2 future lucky winners of my #Beautycon #giveaway! Details coming soon. In the meantime Drop me an emoji or sumn! #SincerelyWard #theadventuresofsincerely #beautyinfluencer #jetbroker #celebjetbroker #beautyconnyc #wagsatlanta #15yearsofE #wagsmiami #beautyconLA #saharajets #tvpersonality #entreprenuer #globetrotter #bossbabe A post shared by Sincerely Ward (@sincerelyw) on Apr 12, 2019 at 1:33pm PDT Regardless of all these denials, Tasha K. is “sticking to her story,” Page Six noted. The influencer claims she received the information about the alleged affair from a well-trusted source. In a different video, Tasha K. accused McKinley “is allegedly a get-rich-quick scheme artist,” allegedly a coke head” and “allegedly a woman beater.” So messy!!! As we know, in March Porsha welcomed Pilar Jhena . The RHOA star has yet to confirm if she is still with the father of her child. RELATED NEWS: Porsha Williams Shows Off Baby PJ’s Face ‘RHOAS11’ Reunion Recap: Porsha Tries To Pray The Group’s Crazy Away She’s Here: Porsha Williams Shares Photo Of Baby Girl [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”3020596″ overlay=”true”]
Source: @JustInMyView / R1 Digital After years of fighting, it looks like Meek Mill has finally been granted a new hearing in front of a new court. The request was granted Monday, according to court documents. Philadelphia rapper Meek Mill has been granted a new hearing in front of a new court, a milestone his legal team has been pursuing for years. The news comes just two weeks after the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office filed an appeal with the Pennsylvania Superior Court asking for a new trial with a new judge. “We’re looking forward to the oral argument before the Superior Court of Pennsylvania and to, hopefully, having Meek’s conviction vacated,” Mill’s attorney Jordan Siev said in a statement. “In light of the District Attorney’s recent filing, where he supports the granting of a new trial to Meek and the recusal of Judge Brinkley, we hope to have this injustice rectified once and for all.” D.A. Wants Meek Mill To Have A New Trial, In Front Of A New Judge The ongoing battle between Meek’s legal team, which has called for Judge Brinkley to recuse herself from the case, and continues to refuse. According to NBC 10 : At the center of Mill’s legal battle is former Philadelphia police officer Reginald Graham, who is among a group of officers on an internal “Do Not Call” to testify list kept by the district attorney’s office. He was the sole officer to testify when Mill, whose legal name is Robert Rihmeek Williams, was first arrested on gun and drug charges in 2007. Since then, Graham’s credibility has been called into question. Several other cases involving the police officer have already been overturned, yet Mill’s conviction remains in place. Meek Mill Accepts Cosmopolitan Hotel’s Apology For Arrest Threat Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner highlighted the “”public perception of unfairness and bias” throughout Mills’ highly public trial, and instances where Brinkley overstepped her duties as a judge.” This story is developing. [ione_media_gallery src=”https://boomphilly.com” id=”3727005″ overlay=”true”]
Source: Stan Evans / Stan Evans Since ending her engagement with rapper Future back in 2014, Ciara has become the poster woman for fairy tale endings. She showed us how to move on from a toxic relationship and reminded us that sometimes the greatest love can come after the most devastating heartbreak. After splitting with the Atlanta rapper, Ciara went on to build a beautiful relationship and family with NFL superstar, Russell Wilson, and together the two have become #RelationshipGoals right in front of our very eyes (and social media timelines). On the latest episode of Red Table Talk , the Smith-Pinkett ladies sat down with the queen of “leveling Up” herself to discuss transforming her “not so pleasant experiences” she went through that all led up to the pure bliss she’s in today. She revealed everything from her feelings of pain after ending her first engagement to the moment she realized that calmness meant that her now husband was the one. She even shared the highly anticipated “Ciara Prayer” that she prayed to bring a man like Russell into her life. Ciara’s positivity is admirable and after watching her open up to RTT ladies, we can’t help but to love her journey from emotional scars to “Beauty Marks” even more. So many gems were dropped during the ladies’ 25-minute chat at the red table, but here are a few key takeaways that we absolutely we love. Learn from All Your Mistakes and Experiences Although she never mentioned Future by name, Ciara opened up about the most painful aspect of her split from the rapper citing a combination of the breakup itself, the idea of being a single parent, the pressure from the public and the fact that none of it was an ideal situation for her or her son as the reasons why her break up was so hard. It was only after she began to learn from her experience that she was able to move forward and attain the happiness she desired. Her revelation that “time does not stop” and her fear of “wasting time” is what helped her start the healing process as she realized that it would be worse to stay in an unhealthy situation that wasn’t going to get any better. “Knowing what you don’t want is really important, because it creates clarity”, Ciara mentioned. From this experience, she was able to start making different decisions and learn the type of love she wanted for her and her son. Loving Yourself Is Huge Ciara recalled that the moment she realized it was time to end her relationship [with Future] and stand on her own was the same moment she made a commitment to love herself first. “I remember one time I was working out on the elliptical machine and I was just not sure about do I stay or what direction do I go? What’s the right thing to do? It’s easy to do this, but is the easy thing the right thing?” Ciara said. She explained how taking their son, Future, on vacation helped her gain confidence in herself to walk away from that situation. It was then that she committed to loving herself first because once she truly learned to love herself she was able to be loved the way she deserved and most importantly, she was able to give love the right way. “The Prayer” During the fishbowl question segment of the show, a fan got right to the point and asked Ciara, “what was the specific prayer you prayed to get Russell? Hook a sister up!” While blushing, Ciara revealed what she prayed for during that time, stating, “when you pray for things you should be very specific and very clear about what you want, to the point that you can taste it”. She continued, “you can feel it through your bones and body. It’s a very spiritual thing because you’re getting lost by praying and speaking and declaring what you want in your life”. Ciara went on to explain that she prayed that she would learn from the wisdom she gained, for discernment, for a God-fearing man and for someone that loved kids. As Jada interjected, she mentioned that a man shouldn’t be a good man for you, but rather he should be a better man for himself, first. Listen and take notes, ladies! The latest episode of “Red Table Talk” featuring Ciara is available on Facebook Watch now. RELATED STORIES: Ciara Reveals The Prayer She Prayed That Led Her To Russell Wilson Ciara’s Met Gala Hair Was Constructed Of 6 Afro Wigs [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”3024110″ overlay=”true”]
Hayden Panettiere has been having a rough go of it in recent months. The actress — best known for her work on Heroes and Nashville — has become a tabloid staple thanks to her tumultuous love life and very public struggles with substance abuse. And now, it seems she’s ready to tell the world her story. According to a new report from Radar Online Hayden has become concerned with the manner in which she’s portrayed in the media, and she’s considering writing a memoir in order to set the record straight: “She talked about writing her own story. And she should,” an insider told Radar. “It would be her own journey.” Family and friends are reportedly encouraging the actress to share her story, not so that she can clear the air, but so that other young women might learn from her struggles: “Once Hayden comes to grips with the fact that she has a perfect situation to present to other young women and to say that certain things are not to be tolerated. But it doesn’t sound like she’s in that place yet,” the source continued. “If she acknowledges his behavior is not acceptable, it’ll do wonders for other women and men.” At the center of Hayden’s recent troubles is her allegedly abusive boyfriend Brian Hickerson . Last week, a judge issued an order of protection requiring Hickerson to remain 100 feet away from Panettiere . Despite that development, Hayden has remained with Brian, and the couple has been spotted strolling hand-in-hand in Los Angeles. “It’s disturbing to family and friends that Hayden and Brian may not be following the court order,” a source tells Us Weekly . “There is not one single person out there who isn’t concerned about Hayden. What Brian did to Hayden is unacceptable behavior, and it’s not to be tolerated.” In addition to the concerns that Hayden is unsafe with Hickerson, the actress’ loved ones are worried that she’s violating the law by spending time in his presence: “Violating the court order puts both of them in jeopardy. They could both get in serious trouble,” the insider says. Panettiere’s loved ones have reportedly encouraged her to part ways with Hickerson, but they fear that if they push too hard, she may cut off contact entirely. “Hayden’s friends and family are giving her space because she is going through a lot,” says the source. “They are being supportive as much as they can and as much as Hayden is willing to take it all in.” Here’s hoping that Hayden is safe and that the situation is being closely monitored by concerned parties. We’ll have further updates on this developing story as more information becomes available. View Slideshow: 21 Celebrities Accused of Domestic Violence
Despite her beauty and grace and giving birth to a royal baby, Meghan Markle remains unpopular in certain circles in the UK, including the tabloids. The reason for which so many people are eager to attack her is no real mystery, but it seems that only Priyanka Chopra is willing to say it. The hate engine that constantly attacks Meghan? It’s fueled by racism. In an interview with The Sunday Times , Priyanka Chopra spoke about the absolute vitriol that has been directed at Meghan Markle. The most famous of Meghan’s haters, of course, are members of her own family. But even the media — especially British tabloids — have taken a hard line, blaming her for any and all societal ills. Priyanka understates that this cruel coverage is “really unfortunate.” “But,” she notes. “If there’s anyone who can handle it, it’s her.” When asked if she believes that the bizarre animosity is rooted in racism, Priyanka speaks the truth. “For sure, 100%,” Priyanka accurately replies. “Of course it has to do with racism.” So many people have tried to tiptoe around and avoid calling out famously racist British tabloids for their blatant racism. But not Priyanka. She explains that “it’s an obvious reason.” “But the beauty of Meg,” Priyanka praises. “Is that she’s been herself through all of this.” Priyanke then goes on to praise her friend’s authenticity — while also reminding the world that they were friends before Meghan was on any royal radar. “A lot of people got to know her after everything [once she started dating Harry],” Priyanka notes. “But I knew her before,” she adds. And she can confirm that Meghan has remained true to herself. Priyanka affirms: “She’s the same chick.” Some people allow this level of global megafame to change them. Meghan has not. “Now that she’s got a real platform,” Priyanka continues. “She talks about the same things she always did.” “We spent hours speaking about the difference that influence and dialogue can make to the world before this whole thing happened,” she says. “So what you see now,” Priyanka emphasizes. “Is authentically her.” “She’s always been the girl wanting to move the needle,” she praises. Priyanka is no stranger to global fame — or to moving the needle — herself. She starred in dozens of Bollywood films before most people in the United States new her name. And, like her friend Meghan, she recently married one of the most famously desirable men on the planet. (Real talk, Priyanka and Nick Jonas are both beautiful, talented, and head-over-heels in love with being famous — they’re a perfect match) It’s wonderful that Priyanka is in a place where she, as a fellow public figure, cna defend her friend against mindless hate. Some people will object to the characterization that much of the criticism of Meghan has been fueled by racism. Those folks are either lying to the world or to themselves. Meghan is a charming, beautiful, polite woman. She and Harry are madly in love and have already produced an heir. Prince William very probably cheated on his wife with a marchioness. The people inventing claims that Meghan is the source of tension between the royal brothers have no excuse. The only non-racist explanation for the hate is a blind resentment because she’s American. That’s better, but not by a whole lot. View Slideshow: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Share Never-Before-Seen Wedding Pics on 1-Year Anniversary
