Someone we actually like… Janelle Monae For GQ While promoting her out of this world new film, Janelle Monae got glam for a magazine. The “Hidden Figures” star who portrays Mary Jackson, recently chatted with GQ and revealed her hopes for Hollywood; “more black people in indie and big budget films.” “I want to redefine what it means to be young, black, wild, and free in America,” said Monae. “I want to see more black people. Not just in films like Moonlight. Big-budget films, too.” Janelle also wore some fly garb for her Pari Dukovic photoshoot and flaunted her rarely seen bangin’ baaaawdy. Looking good Janelle! More on the flip. GQ/PARI DUKOVIC
Someone we actually like…. Amber Rose Defends Shelah Marie By now you should be well aware of Shelah Marie , Ace Hood’s beautiful yogi girlfriend who promotes the body positive #CurvyNCurly movement… that we’ve covered NUMEROUS times—because we’re clearly kinda obsessed with her. Well after we posted about Shelah yesterday being “absolute goals” , a number of nasty comments popped up and Shelah took notice. “I was written about my Bossip for the (3rd?) time last night,” wrote Shelah. […] ” The article is very kind to me. But the comments were a reminder of exactly why I do what I do. Being called an insta-thot, a whore, and people who don’t know me speaking harshly about me is part of the game.” Luckily for her Amber Rose was ready to jump to her defense and she gave her some sound advice; “don’t read the comments.” Sit down haters!!! Don’t listen to her though Shelah, keep reading… What do YOU think about Muva coming to Shelah Marie’s defense??? Instagram
Someone we actually like… Kelly Rowland Poses For SCHÖN! Magazine Kelly Rowland is currently featured inside SCHÖN! Magazine and is rocking high fashion looks. The songstress looked like a glowing goddess for the Ricky Middlesworth shot spread… and donned Brett Nelson styled ensembles. She also had this to say when asked about her forthcoming album: “I’m so happy I met David [Guetta] because he put EDM in my blood. It’s a part of my freedom when I’m on stage… so it will definitely be a part of the record – abso-f*****-lutely” What do YOU think about Kelly Rowland’s SCHÖN! Magazine spread? More photos on the flip. . Ricky Middlesworth
A lil positivity… Jesse Williams Becomes Brand Ambassador For Scholly App Jesse Williams is continuing to prove that he’s a man of action and good intentions; this time by helping students find the funds to get educated. The actor and former high school teacher has joined the board of the app Scholly, which match resources to students in need. EBONY reports: Fast forward a few years and it’s easy to see why the devoted activist is the newly tapped brand ambassador for Scholly, the mobile app that matches students with untapped resources to finance higher education. The well-known activist was moved to action once he heard the inspiring story of the company’s founder, Christopher Gray. When The Upload caught up with Gray a few months ago, the Birmingham, Alabama native told us that he raised $1.3 million in scholarships to attend college — but finding the programs and awards required a lot of digging. That’s why he founded Scholly. The social enterprise mobile app was such a hit that he earned a spot on Shark Tank where he ultimately made big deal with super entrepreneurs/hosts Daymond John and Lori Greiner. To date the app has helped students identify, apply and win over $50 million in college scholarships and grants. Now Williams wants to help bring the resources to the masses, so he’s signed on to the company’s advisory board and as Scholly’s Chief Brand Ambassador. Williams shares Gray’s excitement about the joint venture. “I’m proud to announce that I’m joining the Scholly team in our mutual pursuit to help more young Americans pay for college,” he says. “There is no substitute for equal access — there is no substitute for a quality education. Scholly helps us get there, together.” Shout to Activitst Bae for making waves again! WENN
Chance The Rapper Offers Words Of Encouragement To Lil Wayne We reported that Lil Wayne sent out some tweets yesterday morning indicating the New Orleans rapper might have truly left the game, for good. While rumors of his retirement had lingered on and off for the past few years, it seems like the stress of his ongoing legal battle with Birdman might’ve been the final straw. Chicago rapper Chance The Rapper offered some words of encouragement to lift Weezy: He added: We need more friends like Chance. Twitter
Rihanna Spotted In Harrod’s London We know it’s a little chilly in the UK, but why is your girl Ri-Ri out here looking like a back-up dancer for Missy Elliott? Are you feeling this 90s inspired get-up? Don’t worry, Rihanna definitely didn’t keep that bawdy covered up the whole time she was in the UK. Hit the flip to check out her nearly nip-slipp-y club gear.
For the ladies… Scott Bernard And Jeffrey Duffour Heat Up Social Media This is Scott “Burn Hard” Bernard, a proud Jamaican health and fitness coach out of New York. This is Jeffrey “Hurricane GH” Duffour, a proud Ghanian health and fitness coach out of New York. Together these two hard bawdied hotties are the “Melanin Kings” who are currently burning up social media with their take on the traditional African Shoki dance that many thought they recorded at the Rio Olympics. Instead these two took their video at Yankee Stadium where they often bring their clients for high intensity ab inducing exercises. P a n t i e s… M e l t e d. What do YOU think about Hurricane GH and Burn Hard?? More of these viral stars on the flip. Instagram
Somebody is fully embracing her future-MILF status ! Jurnee Smollett-Bell’s Baby Bump Makes Its Red Carpet Premier Jurnee Smollett-Bell and her baby bump were spotted on the red carpet of last night’s Hollywood Foreign Press Association Grants Banquet at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel. The hot mom-to-be was rolled solo to the event, where she presented the HFPA’s grants alongside Nate Parker. Hit the flip for more pics of Jurnee’s bump looking fly and getting love from the fam .
Arkansas Cop Tommy Norman Shows The Positive Power Of Community Policing Tommy Norman is a longtime cop in the North Little Rock Police Department who has worked in some of the toughest neighborhoods in Arkansas. Officer Norman understands that to better serve a community, he has to play a positive role in that same community to truly make a difference. Check out just one of the hundreds examples of Officer Norman serving his community the RIGHT way: There’s more…. It starts with getting to know your community: Imagine if ALL cops were like this? Police officers have to make a change to better know their communities and the people who they serve and protect! Check out more of Officer Norman by visiting his Facebook page HERE . IG
